Hazel River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Hazel River is flowing at 61 cfs at Rixeyville, VA — 68% of normal for the date and down 3% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Hazel 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 Rixeyville, the Hazel River is running 61 cfs — 68% of normal, down 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 68% of normal).
How the Hazel 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
- Rixeyville314 ft 61 cfs68%
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 Hazel River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (68%).
Hazel River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hazel River At Rixeyville VA
Oct 2, 3:15 AM · USGS 01663500 |
61 cfs | 68% | -3% | 2.88 ft | 13.1 ft below | 314 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.
Hazel River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Hazel River
The Hazel River is a 26-mile tributary of the Rappahannock River located in Virginia, United States. The river has a rich history and played a significant role in the American Civil War. The Hazel River boasts several reservoirs and dams, including the Hazel River Dam, which is used for water supply and flood control purposes. The hydrology of the river is influenced by the surrounding topography, with water flow decreasing during dry periods and increasing rapidly during heavy rainfall. The Hazel River is popular for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and camping. The river also serves as an important source of water for agricultural purposes, with many farms located along its banks. Overall, the Hazel River is an important natural resource that supports various activities and serves as a crucial source of water for the surrounding communities.
Fishing near the Hazel River
About the Hazel River
How is the Hazel River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Hazel River is flowing at 61 cfs at Rixeyville, VA, about 68% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Hazel River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Hazel River is at 68% 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 Hazel River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Rixeyville (16.0 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.