2025-12-05T16:00:00-05:00
...SOME SNOW AND VERY COLD TEMPERATURES WILL RESULT IN TREACHEROUS TRAVEL FOR THE FRIDAY MORNING COMMUTE... .A combination of light snow and very cold temperatures will result in treacherous travel Friday morning. The morning commute will be impacted, with slick and icy roads and sidewalks expected. * WHAT...Snow, with total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches (highest south). * WHERE...Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 4 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Given temperatures will be in the 20s, snow is expected to accumulate on all untreated surfaces. A light snow will overspread the advisory area, with slightly higher amounts possible in any banding features. As snow winds down, a light freezing drizzle is possible into Friday evening.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 300 and 600 cfs, with higher flows making the rapids more challenging. The run is rated as a Class III to IV+ depending on the segment, with several challenging rapids and drops such as the “Eddie Mayhem” and “The Slot.”
The total mileage of the river run is approximately 9.5 miles, starting at the Headwaters South of Flint Mountain and ending at the St. Mary's Wilderness Boundary. This run is divided into several segments, with the upper section being the most challenging due to its steeper gradient and more technical drops.
Kayakers and rafters should be aware of specific regulations in the area, such as the requirement for a permit to access the St. Mary's Wilderness Area. Additionally, there are restrictions on the number of people allowed in a party, and camping is only allowed in designated areas.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 17 cfs ( ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 300-600 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 01624800 |
Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary'S Wilderness Boundary
Nf Boundary Along The South Fork Tye River Near Fdt 526 And State Highway 56 To Town Of Nash
Wilderness Saint Mary's
Cowbane Prairie State Natural Area Preserve
Wilderness Three Ridges
Wilderness Priest
Lesesne State Forest