Major Flood
35 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
33 ft
Minor Flood
30 ft
Action Stage
28 ft
What Floods at Each Level
37 ft
Major flooding in Sissonville. Route 21 and several roads along the river are flooded.
35 ft
Route 21 near the Pocatalico River bridge is flooded both north and south. Homes near the river and the Route 21 Bridge are flooded. Low areas near the Haines Branch Exit of I-77 starts to flood.
33 ft
Homes near the Route 21 bridge are flooded. Side roads along the river are flooded.
30 ft
Intersection of Route 21 and Old Mill Road begins to flood at 30 feet. Upon this level being reached, water will also flow down Route 21 and fill in low spots 50 to 100 feet away from the Route 21 bridge and will start to flood homes and equipment storage area on both sides of Route 21. Homes and fields along Old Mill Road will 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 28, 1998 | 35.7 ft | 14,600 cfs |
| Mar 1, 1997 | 34.79 ft | 13,800 cfs |
| Apr 15, 1939 | 34.4 ft | 15,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SISW2
River
Pocatalico River
County
Kanawha, WV
Coordinates
38.5261°N, 81.6314°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pocatalico River at Sissonville?
The Pocatalico River at Sissonville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03201000) 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 Pocatalico River at Sissonville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pocatalico River at Sissonville is 30 feet. Action stage begins at 28 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pocatalico River rises?
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Where is the Pocatalico River at Sissonville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Kanawha County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.5261°N, 81.6314°W. USGS site number: 03201000. 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