Is the Middle Island Creek flooding?

West Virginia · 2 gauges · West Virginia river levels

The Middle Island Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in West Virginia. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Middle Island Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all West Virginia river levels.

data refreshed 11 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Middle Island Creek at Little, WV. The highest level ever recorded there was 33.50 ft in August 1875, carrying 30,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1875 (96 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.35 ft, 29.1 ft below that record.

Drains 459 sq mi · gauge elevation 631 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Middle Island Creek at Hwy 18 near Middlebourne, WVNo flooding12.28 ft21 ft
Middle Island Creek at Little, WVNo flooding4.35 ft14 ft
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.