Roanoke River At Roanoke, Va Realtime Data
ROANOKE RIVER AT ROANOKE, VA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
79
Discharge (cfs)
0.9
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 79 cfs, and a gauge height of 0.85 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 86 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's flow is largely influenced by rainfall and snowmelt, with occasional contributions from dams and tributaries such as the Catawba River and Smith Mountain Lake. Seasonal trends in the flow are typically highest in the spring and lowest in the fall, with occasional spikes during summer storms. The hydrology of the river is also affected by the geography of the region, including the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains. Fun fact: The Roanoke River is home to a variety of fish species, including smallmouth bass, catfish, and striped bass, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.
August 23, 2026
| Elevation | 936.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 0.85 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 79.1 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 52% |
| Year Over Year Average | 153 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 17,600 cfs |
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