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GAULEY RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
April 4, 2025


Total streamflow across the Gauley River was last observed at 3,350 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 6,645 acre-ft of water today; about 113% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 2,967 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 Near Craigsville reporting a streamflow rate of 3,350 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Gauley River, with a gauge stage of 13.31 ft at this location. 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.

Last Updated 2025-04-04
Discharge Volume 6,645 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 3,350.0 cfs
+1650.0 cfs (+97.06%)
Percent of Normal 112.9%
Maximum 52,300.0 cfs
2015-03-05
Seasonal Avg 2,967 cfs
       
River Streamflow Levels
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Seasonal Discharge Comparison
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Maximum Streamflow Discharge
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Streamflow Elevation Profile
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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.