Major Flood
18 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Major flooding occurs along the river in Clarksburg.
16 ft
Areas of Baltimore Street and River Road flood.
15 ft
Homes along the low sections of the river on Liberty Avenue and Route 19 flood.
14 ft
Water begins to enter some homes along the low sections near the river. Liberty Avenue floods.
13 ft
Minor flooding of low-lying areas occurs along the river.
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 | 27.6 ft | — |
| Mar 6, 1967 | 22 ft | — |
| Jan 25, 1978 | 20.2 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CLKW2
River
West Fork River
County
Harrison, WV
Coordinates
39.2387°N, 80.3590°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Fork River near Clarksburg?
The West Fork River near Clarksburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03058975) 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 near Clarksburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Fork River near Clarksburg is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Fork River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add West Fork River near Clarksburg to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the West Fork River near Clarksburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harrison County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.2387°N, 80.3590°W. USGS site number: 03058975. 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.