Bluestone River Flow Today
As of October 22, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Bluestone River is flowing at 182 cfs near Pipestem, WV — 256% of normal for the date and down 18% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 26 to 182 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Bluestone River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Pipestem, the Bluestone River is running 182 cfs — 256% of normal, down 18% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 182% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Pipestem (-18%).
How the Bluestone River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Falls Mills2,360 ft 26 cfs108%
- Pipestem1,529 ft 182 cfs256%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Bluestone River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (182%).
Bluestone River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bluestone River At Falls Mills VA
Oct 22, 3:45 AM · USGS 03177710 |
26 cfs | 108% | -8% | 1.87 ft | 5.1 ft below | 2,360 ft |
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Bluestone River Near Pipestem WV
Oct 22, 3:00 AM · USGS 03179000 |
182 cfs | 256% | -18% | 3.02 ft | 9.0 ft below | 1,529 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Bluestone River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Bluestone River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Bluestone River
The Bluestone River is a river in the Appalachian Mountains of eastern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia. The river stretches for about 77 miles, beginning in Virginia and flowing into West Virginia. It was once an important transportation route for timber, coal, and other resources. The Bluestone Dam, located in West Virginia, was constructed in the late 1940s for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. The dam created the Bluestone Lake, a popular destination for boating and fishing. The river and surrounding area also provide opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Agricultural uses along the river include grazing and hay production. Overall, the Bluestone River has played an important role in the history and development of the region, and continues to provide valuable recreational and economic opportunities.
About the Bluestone River
How is the Bluestone River flowing right now?
As of October 22, 2026, the Bluestone River is flowing at 182 cfs near Pipestem, WV, about 256% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 26 to 182 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Bluestone River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Bluestone River is at 182% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Bluestone River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Falls Mills (7.0 ft), Pipestem (12.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.