Is the North Branch Potomac River flooding?

West Virginia · 2 gauges · West Virginia river levels

The North Branch Potomac River 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 North Branch Potomac River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 7 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 North Branch Potomac River at Pinto, MD. The highest level ever recorded there was 24.00 ft on 29 March 1924, carrying 55,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1924 (73 annual peaks).

Drains 607 sq mi · gauge elevation 648 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
North Branch Potomac River at Pinto, MDNo current data
North Branch Potomac River at Barnum, WVNo flood stage defined3.05 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.