Streamflow discharge was last observed at 1,160 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.18 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 991 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river provides water for drinking, irrigation, and recreation, supporting local communities and wildlife. The river is fed by several major tributaries, including the North Fork and South Fork, and is impounded by several dams, including the Shenandoah Dam and Andy Guest State Park Dam. Seasonal trends show higher flows in the spring due to snowmelt and rain, and lower flows in the summer and fall. Interestingly, the Shenandoah River was a source of inspiration for John Denver's song "Take Me Home, Country Roads."
| Elevation | 298.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.18 ft |
| Temperature, water, degC | 16.0 deg C |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 1160.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 78% |
| Year Over Year Average | 1,360 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 54,400 cfs |