-4.0 cfs (-0.92%) since yesterday
29.28% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Meherrin River
was last observed at
429
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
851
acre-ft of water today; about 29%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,465 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-10-15 when daily discharge volume was observed at
23,730 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Meherrin River At Emporia
reporting a streamflow rate of 251 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Meherrin River, with a gauge stage of
3.63 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Meherrin River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 182 ft, the
Meherrin River Near Lawrenceville.
Last Updated
2024-04-30
Streamflow
429.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
29.28%
Maximum
23,730.0 cfs
2018-10-15
About the meherrin river
The Meherrin River is a 92-mile long river that flows through the southeastern region of Virginia and northeastern region of North Carolina. It was named after the Native American tribe, the Meherrin, who lived in the area for thousands of years. The river is fed by several smaller tributaries, with the Chowan River being the largest. The Meherrin was once an important waterway for transportation and trade, with steamboats and barges traveling up and down the river. Today, there are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the John H. Kerr Dam and Lake Gaston. These reservoirs provide hydroelectric power and drinking water to nearby communities. The Meherrin River is also an important source of recreation, with activities such as fishing, canoeing, and camping popular among locals and visitors. Additionally, the river is used for agriculture, with farmers utilizing its fertile floodplain for growing crops.
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