Tygart Valley River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Tygart Valley River Levels

October 9 2024

1,516 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-60.9 cfs (-7.38%) since yesterday
38.51% of normal Very Low

Total streamflow across the Tygart Valley River was last observed at 764 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,516 acre-ft of water today; about 39% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,985 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-03-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at 73,520 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Tygart Valley River At Colfax reporting a streamflow rate of 384 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Tygart Valley River, with a gauge stage of 3.72 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Tygart Valley River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,944 ft, the Tygart Valley River Near Dailey.

Last Updated 2024-10-09
Streamflow 764.3 cfs
Percent of Normal 38.51%
Maximum 73,520.0 cfs
2015-03-05

About the tygart valley river


The Tygart Valley River is located in West Virginia and is approximately 135 miles long. It was historically used for transportation and logging, and during the Civil War, it was an important resource for the Union Army. The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Buckhannon River and the West Fork River. The Tygart Valley River is dammed at several points, including the Tygart Dam, which creates the Tygart Lake Reservoir. The lake offers recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The river also provides water for irrigation and is crucial for agricultural activities in the region. The hydrology of the river is affected by rainfall, snowmelt, and human activities such as mining and industrial activities. Overall, the Tygart Valley River is an important natural resource for West Virginia, offering both recreational and practical benefits to the local communities.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Tygart Valley River Near Dailey
USGS 03050000
52 cfs 1.1 ft -15.92
Tygart Valley River At Belington
USGS 03051000
115 cfs 2.77 ft -14.81
Tygart Valley River At Philippi
USGS 03054500
213 cfs 3.56 ft -9.36
Tygart Valley River At Colfax
USGS 03057000
384 cfs 3.72 ft -2.29

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Tygart Valley River Maximum Total Discharge

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Tygart Valley River Year Over Year Discharge


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