Major Flood
44 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
38 ft
Minor Flood
36 ft
Action Stage
34 ft
What Floods at Each Level
44 ft
Major flooding occurs in and around Elizabeth and Palestine. Flood water reaches the middle school, high school, water plant, and some homes along the river.
38 ft
Homes along the river and Snodgrass Road begin to flood. Low sections near the river around Elizabeth and Palestine also begin to flood.
36 ft
Sections of Snodgrass Road adjacent to the river flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 1997 | 40.04 ft | 55,100 cfs |
| Mar 6, 1967 | 39.14 ft | 50,700 cfs |
| Feb 23, 2003 | 36.44 ft | 46,180 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ELZW2
River
Little Kanawha River
County
Wirt, WV
Coordinates
39.0590°N, 81.3896°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth?
The Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03155000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth is 36 feet. Action stage begins at 34 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 38 feet, and major flooding at 44 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Kanawha River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wirt County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.0590°N, 81.3896°W. USGS site number: 03155000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River Forecasts typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.