Gauley River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Gauley River is flowing at 697 cfs above Belva, WV — 53% of normal for the date and down 69% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 442 to 697 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Gauley 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 Belva, the Gauley River is running 697 cfs — 53% of normal, down 69% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 142% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Belva (-69%) and Craigsville (-17%).
Paddlers: 2 of 2 runs on the Gauley River with a live range are in range.
How the Gauley 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
- Craigsville1,881 ft 442 cfs231%
- Belva675 ft 697 cfs53%
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 Gauley River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (142%).
Gauley River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Gauley River Near Craigsville WV
Oct 2, 3:30 AM · USGS 03189100 |
442 cfs | 231% | -17% | 11.00 ft | · | 1,881 ft |
|
Gauley River Above Belva WV
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 03192000 |
697 cfs | 53% | -69% | 2.18 ft | 17.8 ft below | 675 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.
Paddle runs on the Gauley River
2 of 3 runs are in range right now. Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Begins Below Summersville Lake To The Town Of Swiss Gauge: Craigsville |
In range | 442 cfs | 420–1,500 cfs | III–IV |
| Upper Gauley - Summersville Dam to Mason Branch Gauge: Craigsville |
In range | 442 cfs | 400–5,000 cfs | IV TO V |
| The Junction With Williams River
To The Junction With Panther Creek Gauge: Craigsville |
No live range | 442 cfs | 172–639 cfs typical | III–V |
Dams & reservoirs on the Gauley River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Gauley River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Gauley River
The Gauley River is a 105-mile long river in West Virginia, USA. It has a rich history, having been used for transportation and as a source of power during the Industrial Revolution. Today, it is a popular spot for whitewater rafting and kayaking, attracting adventure enthusiasts from around the world. The river is home to several hydroelectric power plants, including the Summersville Dam and the Sutton Dam, which provide energy to the region. The Summersville Dam also created the Summersville Lake, which is used for recreational purposes such as boating and fishing. Despite its agricultural potential, the Gauley River has been largely untouched by farming due to its steep terrain and the presence of rocky outcroppings.
About the Gauley River
How is the Gauley River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Gauley River is flowing at 697 cfs above Belva, WV, about 53% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 442 to 697 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Gauley River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Gauley River is at 142% 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 Gauley River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Belva (20.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Gauley River runnable for paddling today?
2 of 3 paddle runs are in range right now. Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.