Station Name: CRANBERRY RIVER NEAR RICHWOOD, WV
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 2,218 feet

Nearest Address:
Pub Rd 76
Richwood, WV 26261
Nicholas County

GPS Coordinates: 38.2953903, -80.5264749

Nearby Water Temperatures

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 25 at 5:50PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 5:50 PM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 16 below possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 6:04PM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 6:04 PM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 2:15 AM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Overnight snow accumulations one to 2 inches and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 12:52AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:52 AM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 17 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northeast, northern, southeast, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 17 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Special Weather Statement issued January 25 at 8:10PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 8:10 PM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 2:15 AM

Rapidly falling temperatures are expected to result in a flash freeze on untreated roadways already impacted by wintry precipitation from earlier today. Between this flash freeze and potential for additional snow accumulations overnight, expect hazardous travel conditions to develop. Please use caution if traveling overnight into Monday morning and allow extra time to reach your destination.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 26 at 12:29AM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:29 AM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 4:03PM EST until January 26 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 4:03 PM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:15 AM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between one tenth and two tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Virginia and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 12:22AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:22 AM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia, Craig, Grayson, Alleghany VA, and Bath Counties. In West Virginia, Eastern Greenbrier, Monroe, Summers, and Western Greenbrier Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 10:39PM EST until January 26 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 10:39 PM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 6:45 AM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 6:04PM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 6:04 PM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 2:15 AM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Overnight snow accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around a light glaze. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 26 at 12:29AM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:29 AM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 12:52AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:52 AM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 27 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 27 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 6:04PM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 6:04 PM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 2:15 AM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Overnight snow accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and southeast and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 26 at 12:52AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:52 AM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 13 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, and southeast, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 13 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 26 at 12:29AM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Mon January 26, 2026, 12:29 AM
Expires: Mon January 26, 2026, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and southeast and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.