Smith River Near Philpott, Va Realtime Data
SMITH RIVER NEAR PHILPOTT, VA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
161
Discharge (cfs)
2.9
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 02072000
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 161 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.87 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 198 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The main sources of water for the Smith River are groundwater and precipitation. There are several dams, including Philpott Dam, that affect the river's flow. The river experiences seasonal trends, with higher flows in the winter and lower flows in the summer. Interestingly, the Smith River is Virginia's only river to be designated a "Virginia Scenic River," and it is known for its exceptional water quality and scenic beauty.
July 14, 2026
| Elevation | 846.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.87 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NGVD 1929, in ft | 807.14 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 806.29 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 161.0 ft3/s |
| Temperature, water, °C | 6.3 deg C |
| Percent of Normal | 91% |
| Year Over Year Average | 177 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 5,960 cfs |
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