Patterson Creek near Headsville
Mineral County, West Virginia
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 14 ft
State Route 46 is flooded in several spots between Champwood and Fort Ashby. Several side streets that are near the creek flood as well. Many homes are flooded, and significant agricultural flooding is occurring.
- 11 ft
Several homes are flooded along the creek. County Route 11 begins to flood near Reeses Mill. Both Foreback Road and Georges Run Road are flooded.
- 10 ft
Water approaches several homes along the creek between Champwood and the town of Patterson Creek. Moderate to widespread agricultural flooding is occurring along this same stretch. Both Foreback Road and a portion of Creek View Lane are flooded near the creek.
- 9 ft
Water affects basements of homes along the creek. Agricultural flooding is occurring in some locations between Champwood and Fort Ashby. Foreback Road and Georges Run Road both begin to flood just east of the creek.
- 8 ft
Agricultural flooding is occurring in spots between Champwood and Fort Ashby.
- 6 ft
Several low spots at the end of Shreves Road begin to flood. Lowland flooding begins on the left bank nearby, possibly affecting campsites.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 1937 | 15.7 ft | — |
| Oct 14, 1942 | 13 ft | 15,300 cfs |
| Aug 17, 1955 | 12.2 ft | 16,000 cfs |
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