* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Southeast Randolph, Southeast Webster, and Southeast Nicholas Counties. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
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The Tea Creek to Three Forks section of the Whitewater River in West Virginia is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 300 and 1000 cubic feet per second (cfs), which provides Class III-IV rapids. The segment mileage of this section is approximately 10 miles, starting at the intersection of Route 150 and Tea Creek and ending at the confluence of the Williams and Cranberry Rivers.
Some of the significant rapids and obstacles on this section of the river include Tea Creek Falls, which is a Class V rapid that drops over a 30-foot waterfall. Another notable rapid is Double Drop, which is a Class IV+ rapid that consists of two consecutive drops. There are also several Class III and IV rapids, including Pinball, Big Rock, and Three Forks.
In terms of regulations, all boaters are required to have a personal flotation device (PFD) and a helmet. Additionally, it is essential to note that the river runs through the Monongahela National Forest, and visitors must adhere to all park regulations. Overall, the Tea Creek to Three Forks section of the Whitewater River is an exciting and challenging run that requires skill and experience to navigate safely.
Last Updated | 2025-03-12 |
River Levels | 79 cfs (2.19 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 36% |
Status | |
Class Level | iii-iv |
Elevation | ft |
Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
Gauge Height | ft |
Reporting Streamgage | USGS 03182500 |
POTTS CREEK NEAR COVINGTON | 160cfs |
JAMES RIVER AT LICK RUN | 1240cfs |
JACKSON RIVER BL DUNLAP CREEK AT COVINGTON | 432cfs |
GREENBRIER RIVER AT HILLDALE | 1440cfs |
DUNLAP CREEK NEAR COVINGTON | 173cfs |
CRAIG CREEK AT PARR | 299cfs |
COWPASTURE RIVER NEAR CLIFTON FORGE | 357cfs |