Is the Ohio River flooding?
The Ohio River is tracked by 6 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 Ohio River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Ohio River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all West Virginia river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio River at Pike Island Lock & Dam (Lower), WV | No flooding | 14.09 ft | 37 ft | |
| Ohio River at Wheeling, WV | No flooding | 16.50 ft | 36 ft | |
| Ohio River at Parkersburg, WV | No flooding | 21.62 ft | 36 ft | |
| Ohio River at Point Pleasant, WV | No flooding | 25.08 ft | 40 ft | |
| Ohio River at Huntington, WV | No flooding | 25.90 ft | 50 ft | |
| Ohio River at Pike Island Dam near Wheeling (Upper), WV | No flood stage defined | 12.38 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.