River stage
Blackwater River (WV)
- River level
- 4.06 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 1 of 1
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 0
- Overall
- Below flood stage
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the Blackwater River (WV) reported, and none was above flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
Blackwater River level at Davis
The Blackwater River is measured in one place, at Davis, WV. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Davis | 4.06 ft | normal, rising |
Recent levels on the Blackwater River
The chart covers the last 122 days of readings at Davis, WV.
Other rivers nearby
- Blackwater River (AL, FL) different river, same name
- Blackwater River (MO) different river, same name
- Blackwater River (VA) different river, same name
- Blackwater River (Rocky Mount, VA) different river, same name
- Cheat River 6 gauges
- South Branch Potomac River 4 gauges
- Williams River (WV) 1 gauge
- Mill Creek (WV) 1 gauge
Frequently asked questions
Is the Blackwater River flooding right now?
No. The Blackwater River is below flood stage at Davis, WV, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the Blackwater River?
The Blackwater River is at 4.06 ft at Davis, WV, the only gauge on the river.
Where is the Blackwater River measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the Blackwater River, at Davis, WV.
What does flood stage mean?
Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the Blackwater River it is set for the gauge at Davis, WV, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.
River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.