South Branch Potomac River At Franklin, Wv Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 39 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.67 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 40 .

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The river is fed by numerous smaller streams and tributaries throughout its path, including the North Fork South Branch Potomac River and the South Fork South Branch Potomac River. There are no major dams on this stretch of the river. Seasonal trends show higher flow during the spring and summer months due to increased precipitation and snowmelt. Interestingly, the South Branch Potomac River is home to a unique species of freshwater mussel, the endangered James spinymussel.