River stage
Winfield Locks, Kanawha River
- River level
- 13.94 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 44.00 ft
- Record crest
- 46.80 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS WINW2
- Record crest
- 46.80 ft
- Crest date
- 1955-03-07
In brief
The Kanawha River at Winfield Locks, WV read 13.94 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 30.06 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge WINW2
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46.80 ft | 1955-03-07 |
| 2 | 45.10 ft | 1942-12-31 |
| 3 | 44.90 ft | 1950-02-02 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kanawha River flooding at Winfield Locks?
No. The Kanawha River at Winfield Locks is at 13.94 ft, 30.06 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Winfield Locks?
Action stage 44 ft is the first threshold.
What is the highest the Kanawha River has been at Winfield Locks?
The highest crest on record is 46.8 ft, on 1955-03-07.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge WINW2); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 03201300). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.