River stage
Marmet Locks, Kanawha River
- River level
- 15.15 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 37.00 ft
- Record crest
- 43.50 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS MMTW2
- Record crest
- 43.50 ft
- Crest date
- 1940-08-15
In brief
The Kanawha River at Marmet Locks, WV read 15.15 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 21.85 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge MMTW2
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43.50 ft | 1940-08-15 |
| 2 | 35.70 ft | 1935-03-26 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kanawha River flooding at Marmet Locks?
No. The Kanawha River at Marmet Locks is at 15.15 ft, 21.85 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Marmet Locks?
Action stage 37 ft is the first threshold.
What is the highest the Kanawha River has been at Marmet Locks?
The highest crest on record is 43.5 ft, on 1940-08-15.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge MMTW2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.