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Clays Branch

River

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natural watercourse in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States of America; geonames ID = 4802388

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Current water conditions

Streamflow
63 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
12.70 ft
water level

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CLEAR FORK AT WHITESVILLE, WV (7.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 7:45 AM gauge-local time. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.

Weather at Clays Branch

H: 80° L: 65°
Sunny
Sunny
67°
|
Feels like 69°
Precipitation
79%
Humidity
79%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0.4
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Clear
68°
3 AM
Clear
67°
6 AM
Clear
66°
9 AM
Sunny
71°
12 PM
Overcast
78°
3 PM
Light rain shower
71°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
67°
9 PM
Mist
73°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Clays Branch?
Clays Branch is a river in West Virginia.
Can you swim at Clays Branch?
There is no fixed answer for Clays Branch: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Clays Branch in West Virginia. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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Location & Contact

West Virginia

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