Opequon Creek near Martinsburg
West Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Berkeley County, West Virginia on the Opequon Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01616500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
15 ft
11,600 cfs
Moderate Flood
12.5 ft
6,990 cfs
Minor Flood
10 ft
2,680 cfs
Action Stage
9 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
A significant flood is occurring. Numerous homes are flooded east of Martinsburg. The worst flooding is south of the railroad bridge. To the north of that railroad bridge, flooding is causing less of an impact due to the regulation of flow caused by the railroad line.
15 ft
Water reaches homes on Douglas Grove Road, and may be near a home on Abbie Lane. Hundreds of acres of fields are flooded near the creek. Blairton Road begins to flood, and numerous other roads are already flooded and closed.
12.5 ft
The creek is well out of its banks with lowlands nearby flooded. Golf Course Road /County Road 36/ is flooded near the Van Metre Ford Pedestrian Bridge. Fields and backyards near the creek are flooded and some residents may need to move items to higher ground. Several other roads are flooded, including Grapevine Road, Douglas Grove Road, and Paynes Ford Road. Backwater flooding is occurring on small tributaries, including Tuscarora Creek.
11 ft
Water begins to cover backyards of homes on Bowers Road (County Road 1/1). Douglas Grove Road (County Road 9/16) is flooded and impassible. Water also approaches Golf Course Road (County Road 36) and Grapevine Road (County Road 9/14).
10 ft
Floodwaters begin to cover Douglas Grove Road (County Road 9/16) east of Martinsburg. A portion of Bowers Road is also flooded. Low lying areas near the creek begin to flood. Water also begins to cover the stream access point at the Van Metre Ford Pedestrian Bridge.
9 ft
The creek begins to overflow its banks in a few spots. Water approaches Bowers Road at the low spot near the creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 1996 | 18.76 ft | 23,400 cfs |
| Jan 19, 1996 | 18.76 ft | 23,400 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1936 | 17.5 ft | 19,100 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1936 | 17.5 ft | 19,100 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 17.45 ft | 19,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MBGW2
River
Opequon Creek
County
Berkeley, WV
Coordinates
39.4236°N, 77.9389°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Opequon Creek near Martinsburg?
The Opequon Creek near Martinsburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01616500) 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 Opequon Creek near Martinsburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Opequon Creek near Martinsburg is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12.5 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
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Where is the Opequon Creek near Martinsburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Berkeley County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.4236°N, 77.9389°W. USGS site number: 01616500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.