Pocatalico River at Sissonville, WV
Is Pocatalico River at Sissonville, WV flooding right now?
Pocatalico River at Sissonville, WV measured 5.32 ft on 2026-09-22 22:45:00 UTC. That observation was 24.7 ft below its 30 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
5.32 ft
Streamflow
435 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 30 ft, with major flooding at 35 ft. The highest crest on record was 35.7 ft on Mon, Jun 29, 1998.
Streamflow outlook
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 28 ft | 22.7 ft below |
| Minor flood | 30 ft | 24.7 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 33 ft | 27.7 ft below |
| Major flood | 35 ft | 29.7 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 35.7 ft | 1998-06-29 |
| 34.79 ft | 1997-03-02 |
| 34.4 ft | 1939-04-16 |
| 33 ft | 1910-06-27 |
| 32.91 ft | 1967-03-07 |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.