Shavers Fork Cheat River at Bowden
West Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Randolph County, West Virginia on the Shavers Fork Cheat River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03068800, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
21.5 ft
Moderate Flood
17.6 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
21.5 ft
The Cheat River Resturant near the Old Route 33 highway bridge starts to get water on the lower floors. Most areas from Bowden to downstream of the Old Route 33 Bridges are flooded.
17.6 ft
Several areas from Bowden to downstream of the Old Route 33 Bridge are flooded. The Old Route 33 and Route 5/12 bridges have water over them.
15 ft
A campground as well as homes downstream from the old Route 33 highway bridges are flooded. Several areas along the river are flooded.
13.8 ft
Campgrounds and homes are flooded. Water is over the Old Route 33, upstream from the highway bridge. Also a local convenience store starts to get water in it upstream from bridge.
13 ft
Camps in and around Bowden start to flood. Water is at the bottom of the Old Route 33 Bridge as well as the Route 5/12 Bridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2018 | 13.37 ft | 20,023 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2018 | 13.37 ft | 20,023 cfs |
| Aug 29, 2013 | 13.22 ft | 29,150 cfs |
| Aug 29, 2013 | 13.22 ft | 29,150 cfs |
| Jan 25, 2010 | 13.03 ft | 25,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BOWW2
River
Shavers Fork Cheat River
County
Randolph, WV
Coordinates
38.9131°N, 79.7706°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shavers Fork Cheat River at Bowden?
The Shavers Fork Cheat River at Bowden gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03068800) 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 Shavers Fork Cheat River at Bowden?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shavers Fork Cheat River at Bowden is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17.6 feet, and major flooding at 21.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Shavers Fork Cheat River rises?
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Where is the Shavers Fork Cheat River at Bowden gauge located?
The gauge is located in Randolph County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.9131°N, 79.7706°W. USGS site number: 03068800. 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.