HARDWARE RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
December 21, 2024


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

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

The Hardware River is a 31-mile-long river located in central Virginia, United States. It originates in Albemarle County and flows through Nelson County before joining the James River. The river has a rich history dating back to the early European settlement of the region. Today, it is primarily used for agricultural purposes, including irrigation and livestock watering. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Ragged Mountain Reservoir and the Sugar Hollow Reservoir, which provide drinking water to Charlottesville and Albemarle County. The Hardware River also offers recreational opportunities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking along its banks. The river's hydrology is affected by the surrounding topography, and the water quality is regularly monitored to ensure its safety for human and animal consumption.

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Hardware River Bl Briery Run Nr Scottsville
USGS 02030000
81 cfs 2.4 ft -1.1
History of the River

The Hardware River is a 23.3-mile-long (37.5 km) tributary of the James River in central Virginia in the United States. It is part of the watershed of Chesapeake Bay.
The Hardware River is formed by the confluence of its short north and south forks in southern Albemarle County and flows generally southeastwardly into southwestern Fluvanna County, where it joins the James River about 7 miles (11 km) southeast of Scottsville.

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