Tug Fork River at Williamson
West Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Mingo County, West Virginia on the Tug Fork River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03213700, 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
42.7 ft
Moderate Flood
32 ft
Minor Flood
27 ft
Action Stage
25 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
63 ft
The Flood wall will protect downtown Williamson up to 63 feet. Major flooding occurs outside the flood walls.
43 ft
The Sycamore Inn, 2nd Avenue Bridge, Riverside School and both Armory Road flood gates are closed at 43 feet and above.
42.7 ft
Many homes and business outside the flood walls are flooded in Williamson and South Williamson.
40 ft
Between 40 and 42 feet, the upper flood gate at the water treatment plant, across the rail lines and the Harvey Street Bridge flood gate are closed.
38 ft
The South Williamson flood gate is closed on Highway 292. Also, sections of Highway 292 outside the flood gate is flooded.
37 ft
Several roads outside of Williamson and South Williamson are flooded and closed. The flood gate is closed at the South Williamson Flood Wall.
34 ft
Water surrounds the water treatment plant in Williamson.
32 ft
Water covers Fairview Addition Road (Old Route 52). More areas near the river outside the flood walls are flooded.
29.5 ft
The railroad yard in Williamson is affected. Route 612 near Turkey Creek in South Williamson floods. Also, low areas next to the river outside the flood walls of Williamson West Virginia and South Williamson Kentucky are flooded.
28 ft
The water treatment plant flood gate in Williamson is closed.
27 ft
Route 612 near Turkey Creek in South Williamson floods. Also, Both the Harvey and Vinson Street water pumps are engaged.
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 4, 1977 | 52.56 ft | 94,000 cfs |
| Apr 4, 1977 | 52.56 ft | 94,000 cfs |
| Feb 16, 2025 | 48.35 ft | 75,181 cfs |
| Feb 16, 2025 | 48.35 ft | 75,181 cfs |
| May 7, 1984 | 44.94 ft | 49,100 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tug Fork River at Williamson?
The Tug Fork River at Williamson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03213700) 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 Tug Fork River at Williamson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tug Fork River at Williamson is 27 feet. Action stage begins at 25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 32 feet, and major flooding at 42.7 feet.
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Where is the Tug Fork River at Williamson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mingo County, West Virginia at coordinates 37.6731°N, 82.2803°W. USGS site number: 03213700. 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
- River Forecasts typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.