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West Fork River Flow Today

As of November 12, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the West Fork River is flowing at 223 cfs at Enterprise, WV — 69% of normal for the date and down 1% in 24 hours. 1 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days. ❤ Favorite

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2 1 reporting · upstream → down
West Fork River At Enterprise: 69% of normal
Typical gauge
69% of normal for the date
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223cfs Enterprise
Updated
Nov 12, 2:15 AM
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River briefing · Nov 12, 2026

West Fork 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 Enterprise, the West Fork River is running 223 cfs — 69% of normal, down 1% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 69% of normal).

Headwaters to mouth

How the West Fork 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

  1. Enterprise872 ft 223 cfs69%

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 West Fork River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (69%).

Typical gauge 69%
0%50%100% · normal150%200%+
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West Fork River flow report

2 gauges
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
West Fork River Near Mount Clare WV
Last reported Oct 25 · USGS 03058975
271 cfs · · 3.24 ft flood 14.0 ft 936 ft
West Fork River At Enterprise WV
Nov 12, 2:15 AM · USGS 03061000
223 cfs 69% -1% 1.92 ft 15.1 ft below 872 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.

History

West Fork River streamflow over time

Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).

Maximum streamflow by year

About this river

West Fork River

The West Fork River is located in the north central region of West Virginia and runs 103 miles from its headwaters in Upshur County to its confluence with the Tygart Valley River in Harrison County. Historically, the river played a significant role in the development of the region as it provided transportation for goods and supplies. Today, the West Fork River is used for both recreational and agricultural purposes. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Stonewall Jackson Lake Dam and the Buckhannon River Watershed Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power, flood control, and drinking water for nearby communities. The West Fork River is also popular for fishing, kayaking, and swimming, with many public access points available for recreational use. Additionally, the river supports agricultural activities, such as irrigation for crops and grazing for livestock.

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FAQ

About the West Fork River

How is the West Fork River flowing right now?

As of November 12, 2026, the West Fork River is flowing at 223 cfs at Enterprise, WV, about 69% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.

Is the West Fork River running high or low?

The typical gauge on the West Fork River is at 69% 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 West Fork River?

The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Mount Clare (14.0 ft), Enterprise (17.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.

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.

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