Greenbrier River Flow Today
As of November 13, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Greenbrier River is flowing at 185 cfs at Alderson, WV — 35% of normal for the date and down 6% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 49 to 185 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Greenbrier 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 Alderson, the Greenbrier River is running 185 cfs — 35% of normal, down 6% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 38% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 4 runs on the Greenbrier River with a live range are in range, 4 too low.
How the Greenbrier 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
- Durbin2,729 ft 49 cfs37%
- Buckeye2,089 ft 118 cfs46%
- Alderson1,534 ft 185 cfs35%
- Hilldale1,394 ft 177 cfs39%
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 Greenbrier River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (38%).
Greenbrier River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Greenbrier River At Durbin WV
Nov 12, 2:45 AM · USGS 03180500 |
49 cfs | 37% | 0% | 1.04 ft | 6.0 ft below | 2,729 ft |
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Greenbrier River At Buckeye WV
Nov 13, 2:45 AM · USGS 03182500 |
118 cfs | 46% | -3% | 2.30 ft | 12.7 ft below | 2,089 ft |
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Greenbrier River At Alderson WV
Nov 13, 2:45 AM · USGS 03183500 |
185 cfs | 35% | -6% | 2.42 ft | 11.6 ft below | 1,534 ft |
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Greenbrier River At Hilldale WV
Nov 13, 2:45 AM · USGS 03184000 |
177 cfs | 39% | -8% | 0.85 ft | 19.2 ft below | 1,394 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 Greenbrier River
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluestone Dam To Gauley Bridge Gauge: Hilldale |
Too low | 177 cfs | 1,383–5,984 cfs typical | III–IV |
| National Forest Land To Tea Creek Gauge: Buckeye |
Too low | 118 cfs | 639–1,820 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Snowshoe Dam To Lambert Run Gauge: Durbin |
Too low | 49 cfs | 136–596 cfs typical | · |
| Tea Creek To Three Forks Gauge: Buckeye |
Too low | 118 cfs | 639–1,820 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Bluestone Dam to Sandstone Gauge: Hilldale |
No live range | 177 cfs | · | III– TO IV– |
Dams & reservoirs on the Greenbrier River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Greenbrier River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Greenbrier River
The Greenbrier River is a 173-mile-long river located in West Virginia, USA. It flows from the Appalachian Mountains to the New River and has played an important role in the state's history, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. The river is fed by numerous tributaries and has a varied hydrology, with rapids, pools, and riffles. The river's flow is managed by several reservoirs and dams, including the Burnsville Dam and the Bluestone Dam. These dams have helped to control flooding and provide hydroelectric power. The Greenbrier River is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and tubing. It is surrounded by forests and farms, which contribute to the region's agricultural economy.
Fishing near the Greenbrier River
About the Greenbrier River
How is the Greenbrier River flowing right now?
As of November 13, 2026, the Greenbrier River is flowing at 185 cfs at Alderson, WV, about 35% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 49 to 185 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Greenbrier River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Greenbrier River is at 38% 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 Greenbrier River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Durbin (7.0 ft), Buckeye (15.0 ft), Alderson (14.0 ft), Hilldale (20.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Greenbrier River runnable for paddling today?
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.