Major Flood
41 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: WELW2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
39 ft
Minor Flood
36 ft
Action Stage
28.2 ft
What Floods at Each Level
47.2 ft
Business district floods.
41.5 ft
Newspaper office floods.
38.6 ft
Several homes between 12th and 15th streets west of Main street flooded.
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 18, 1936 | 54.6 ft | — |
| Jan 20, 1996 | 46.2 ft | 391,000 cfs |
| Mar 10, 1964 | 46.2 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
WELW2
River
Ohio River
County
Brooke, WV
Coordinates
40.2750°N, 80.6136°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Wellsburg?
The Ohio River at Wellsburg gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Ohio River at Wellsburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Wellsburg is 36 feet. Action stage begins at 28.2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 39 feet, and major flooding at 41 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ohio River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ohio River at Wellsburg 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 Ohio River at Wellsburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brooke County, West Virginia at coordinates 40.2750°N, 80.6136°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- The above river forecast includes future rainfall/snowmelt. Forecast stages may be different if the actual rainfall/snowmelt is different than the forecast rainfall/snowmelt.
- Stage may be affected by ice.