Major Flood
15 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10.5 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
All roads along the river, as well as tributaries flowing into the river, are flooded and impassible in several areas. At levels nearing 20 feet, several homes, businesses, camps, and campgrounds begin to flood or are flooded near the river.
12 ft
Between 12 and 15 feet, several sections of Williams River Road and Forest Service Roads along the river are flooded and impassible. Several campgrounds and camps are flooded along the river. In addition, several low water bridges are impassible.
10.5 ft
Forest Service Road 101 Bridge begins to flood. Several low spots are flooded on Williams River Road 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2016 | 20.78 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jul 3, 1932 | 18.45 ft | 22,000 cfs |
| Aug 29, 1984 | 17.73 ft | 21,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DYRW2
River
Williams River (WV)
County
Webster, WV
Coordinates
38.3790°N, 80.4840°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Williams River (WV) at Dyer?
The Williams River (WV) at Dyer gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03186500) 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 Williams River (WV) at Dyer?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Williams River (WV) at Dyer is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Williams River (WV) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Williams River (WV) at Dyer 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 Williams River (WV) at Dyer gauge located?
The gauge is located in Webster County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.3790°N, 80.4840°W. USGS site number: 03186500. 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