Major Flood
19.3 ft
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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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19.3 ft
Water over Route 12, and water makes it into the field of the air strip in Jackson Mills, near the river gage.
18 ft
Flooding of the bottom of the Route 12 Bridge and the roadway near the intersection of Route 12 and Sycamore Lick Road.
16 ft
Flooding of Route 12 near the bridge intersection of Route 12 and Sycamore Lick Road (Route 10).
10 ft
Minor water problems in low lying areas due to backwater from small streams and creeks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 1887 | 17 ft | — |
| Jun 24, 1950 | 16.81 ft | 18,000 cfs |
| Nov 4, 1985 | 15.15 ft | 14,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Fork River at Butcherville?
The West Fork River at Butcherville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03058500) 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 West Fork River at Butcherville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Fork River at Butcherville is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 19.3 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Fork River rises?
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Where is the West Fork River at Butcherville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lewis County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.0906°N, 80.4675°W. USGS site number: 03058500. 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