Appomattox River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Appomattox River is flowing at 122 cfs at Matoaca, VA — 81% of normal for the date and down 11% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 50 to 122 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Appomattox River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Matoaca, the Appomattox River is running 122 cfs — 81% of normal, down 11% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 76% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Matoaca (-11%).
How the Appomattox River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Farmville299 ft 50 cfs56%
- Mattoax256 ft 108 cfs76%
- Matoaca86 ft 122 cfs81%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Appomattox River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (76%).
Appomattox River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Appomattox River At Farmville VA
Oct 2, 3:50 AM · USGS 02039500 |
50 cfs | 56% | -3% | 3.91 ft | 12.1 ft below | 299 ft |
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Appomattox River At Mattoax VA
Oct 2, 3:30 AM · USGS 02040000 |
108 cfs | 76% | -9% | 6.89 ft | 14.1 ft below | 256 ft |
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Appomattox River At Matoaca VA
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 02041650 |
122 cfs | 81% | -11% | 1.69 ft | 8.3 ft below | 86 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Appomattox River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Appomattox River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Appomattox River
The Appomattox River is a 157-mile-long river located in central Virginia. Historically, the river was significant during the American Civil War as it played a role in the Confederate Army's retreat from Richmond in 1865. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. It also serves as a source of irrigation for crops in the surrounding agricultural areas. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including Lake Chesdin, which is used for hydroelectric power generation and water supply for the city of Petersburg. The Appomattox River has a diverse hydrology, with both slow moving stretches and rapids for kayaking and canoeing. It is a valuable natural resource for the region and an important part of Virginia's history.
Fishing near the Appomattox River
About the Appomattox River
How is the Appomattox River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Appomattox River is flowing at 122 cfs at Matoaca, VA, about 81% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 50 to 122 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Appomattox River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Appomattox River is at 76% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Appomattox River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Farmville (16.0 ft), Mattoax (21.0 ft), Matoaca (10.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.