Major Flood
25 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Most camphouses and a large portion of fields in the area are flooded.
19 ft
Houses on the right downstream side of the river are flooded.
17 ft
Water approaches camphouses downstream from the gage.
15 ft
Milleson Mill Road (County Route 28/5) and Clarence Taylor Road (Route 3/7) begin to flood. Water covers a significant portion of meadowlands near the river. The boat launch ramp on the upstream right abutment of the bridge also floods.
11 ft
The river begins to overflow the banks in a few low lying areas. Campers should move away from the river.
5 ft
Hazardous conditions for recreation may exist.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 1985 | 44.22 ft | 240,000 cfs |
| Sep 7, 1996 | 34.98 ft | 147,000 cfs |
| Mar 18, 1936 | 34.2 ft | 143,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SPRW2
River
South Branch Potomac River
County
Hampshire, WV
Coordinates
39.4469°N, 78.6544°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Branch Potomac River near Springfield?
The South Branch Potomac River near Springfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01608500) 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 South Branch Potomac River near Springfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Branch Potomac River near Springfield is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Branch Potomac River rises?
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Where is the South Branch Potomac River near Springfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hampshire County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.4469°N, 78.6544°W. USGS site number: 01608500. 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.