+38.0 cfs (+1.97%) since yesterday
29.65% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Tygart Valley River
was last observed at
1,966
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
3,900
acre-ft of water today; about 30%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
6,631 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2015-03-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at
73,520 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Tygart Valley River At Colfax
reporting a streamflow rate of 923 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Tygart Valley River, with a gauge stage of
4.65 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Tygart Valley River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,944 ft, the
Tygart Valley River Near Dailey.
Last Updated
2024-05-16
Streamflow
1,966.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
29.65%
Maximum
73,520.0 cfs
2015-03-05
About the tygart valley river
The Tygart Valley River is located in West Virginia and is approximately 135 miles long. It was historically used for transportation and logging, and during the Civil War, it was an important resource for the Union Army. The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Buckhannon River and the West Fork River. The Tygart Valley River is dammed at several points, including the Tygart Dam, which creates the Tygart Lake Reservoir. The lake offers recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The river also provides water for irrigation and is crucial for agricultural activities in the region. The hydrology of the river is affected by rainfall, snowmelt, and human activities such as mining and industrial activities. Overall, the Tygart Valley River is an important natural resource for West Virginia, offering both recreational and practical benefits to the local communities.
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