GAULEY RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
December 18, 2024
38.27, -80.82


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

Total streamflow across the Gauley River was last observed at 8,360 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 16,582 acre-ft of water today; about 134% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 6,260 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-03-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at 52,300 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Gauley River Above Belva reporting a streamflow rate of 5,010 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Gauley River Near Craigsville with a gauge stage of 13.31 ft. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Gauley River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,881 ft, the Gauley River Near Craigsville.

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.

Last Updated 2024-12-17
Discharge Volume 16,582 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 8,360.0 cfs
+3650.0 cfs (+77.49%)
Percent of Normal 133.54%
Maximum 52,300.0 cfs
2015-03-05
Seasonal Avg 6,260 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Gauley River Near Craigsville
USGS 03189100
3350 cfs 13.31 ft 65.02
Gauley River Above Belva
USGS 03192000
5010 cfs 5.34 ft 86.94
History of the River

The Gauley River is a 105-mile-long (169 km) river in West Virginia. It merges with the New River to form the Kanawha River, a tributary of the Ohio River. The river features numerous recreational whitewater areas, including those in Gauley River National Recreation Area downstream of the Summersville Dam.

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