Major Flood
23 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
21.5 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Route 5 is flooded at the DOH yard entrance near Buffalo Creek.
21.5 ft
DOL yard near Buffalo Creek is flooded.
13 ft
Fields along river, near the gage, and home and other areas along Buffalo Creek road start to 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 1974 | 16.32 ft | 6,890 cfs |
| Nov 8, 2003 | 15.74 ft | — |
| Jun 5, 2008 | 15.41 ft | 6,422 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BURW2
River
Little Kanawha River
County
Braxton, WV
Coordinates
38.8651°N, 80.6762°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Kanawha River below Burnsville?
The Little Kanawha River below Burnsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03151600) 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 below Burnsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Kanawha River below Burnsville is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21.5 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Kanawha River rises?
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Where is the Little Kanawha River below Burnsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Braxton County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.8651°N, 80.6762°W. USGS site number: 03151600. 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