Calfpasture River River Levels

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Calfpasture River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Calfpasture River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

The river was named by settlers who used it as a pasture for calves during Colonial times. The Calfpasture River is fed by numerous small streams and springs, and its watershed covers around 200 square miles. The river is dammed at two locations, creating the Goshen Dam and the Lake Merriweather. These reservoirs are used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The river also supports agricultural activities, including producing hay, corn, and soybeans. The Calfpasture River has played an important role in Virginia's history and continues to be an essential resource for both recreational and agricultural purposes.