Tygart Valley River at Mill Creek
West Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Randolph County, West Virginia on the Tygart Valley River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MLLW2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
16.5 ft
Moderate Flood
14.5 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16.5 ft
Major flooding is occurring in Mill Creek.
15.5 ft
House near County Route 39 bridge starts to flood.
14.5 ft
County Route 39 near the bridge heading towards town is flooded.
11 ft
County Route 39 is flooded approximately 225 feet from the bridge heading out of town.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2025 | 14.1 ft | — |
| Feb 6, 2025 | 14.1 ft | — |
| Apr 16, 2018 | 13.8 ft | — |
| Apr 16, 2018 | 13.8 ft | — |
| Jan 10, 2024 | 13.6 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MLLW2
River
Tygart Valley River
County
Randolph, WV
Coordinates
38.7314°N, 79.9592°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tygart Valley River at Mill Creek?
The Tygart Valley River at Mill Creek gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Tygart Valley River at Mill Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tygart Valley River at Mill Creek is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14.5 feet, and major flooding at 16.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tygart Valley River rises?
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Where is the Tygart Valley River at Mill Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Randolph County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.7314°N, 79.9592°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.