River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS GUAW2
In brief
The Elk River at Guardian, WV read 4.38 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 4.62 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge GUAW2
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14.50 ft | 1979-07-16 |
| 2 | 13.35 ft | 2016-06-24 |
| 3 | 11.53 ft | 2004-05-28 |
| 4 | 10.58 ft | 2013-01-31 |
| 5 | 10.34 ft | 2015-03-05 |
| 6 | 8.72 ft | 2018-05-22 |
| 7 | 8.49 ft | 1989-04-08 |
| 8 | 8.22 ft | 2003-11-13 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Bankfull. Gravel access road running parallel to Route 15 on the other side of the river begins to flood.
Old house near bridge begins to flood. Low spots along Route 15 upstream and downstream from gage begin to flood.
Low side of bridge downstream of gage begins to flood. Numerous points along Route 15 upstream and downstream are flooded. Backwater from creek feeding the Holly River may start to flood Bear Run Road Route 5 over 1.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Elk River at Guardian is at 4.38 ft, 4.62 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 9 ft, minor flooding 11 ft, moderate flooding 14 ft and major flooding 18 ft.
The highest crest on record is 14.5 ft, on 1979-07-16.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge GUAW2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.