James River Levels

April 26 2024

47,940 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today

-8212.6 cfs (-25.36%) since yesterday
36.5% of normal • Very Low

Total streamflow across the James River was last observed at 24,170 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 47,940 acre-ft of water today; about 37% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 66,225 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2020-11-13 when daily discharge volume was observed at 378,113 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the James River Near Richmond reporting a streamflow rate of 5,380 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the James River At Nd-Sd State Line with a gauge stage of 88.26 ft. This river is monitored from 25 different streamgauging stations along the James River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,464 ft, the James River Nr Grace City.

Last Updated	2024-04-25
Streamflow	24,169.9 cfs
Percent of Normal	36.5%
Maximum	378,112.63 cfs 2020-11-13

About the james river

The James River is a 348-mile-long river that flows from the Appalachian Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia. It played an important role in the history of Virginia, serving as a major transportation route for trade and commerce. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Boshers Dam, the Powhatan Dam, and the Gathright Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power and help manage the river's flow. The James River is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, kayaking, and boating. Additionally, the river is used for agriculture, providing irrigation for crops and livestock. Despite being affected by urbanization and pollutants, efforts are being made to protect and restore the health of the James River ecosystem.

Streamgauge	Streamflow	Gauge Stage	24hr Change (%)
James River Nr Grace City USGS 06468170	33 cfs	4.74 ft	-8.13
James River Above Arrowwood Lake Nr Kensal USGS 06468250	31 cfs	1.89 ft	-30.74
James River At Jamestown USGS 06470000	80 cfs	3.66 ft	0
James River At Lamoure USGS 06470500	190 cfs	7.85 ft	2.11
James River At Nd-Sd State Line USGS 06470878	209 cfs	88.26 ft	-8.39
James R At Columbia Sd USGS 06471000	272 cfs	7.57 ft	-2.11
James R Near Stratford Sd USGS 06472000	348 cfs	9.31 ft	-2.17
James R At Ashton Sd USGS 06473000	455 cfs	6.21 ft	-1.07
James R Near Redfield Sd USGS 06475000	748 cfs	6.78 ft	1.6
James R At Huron Sd USGS 06476000	780 cfs	9.93 ft	6.74
James R Near Forestburg Sd USGS 06477000	731 cfs	7.1 ft	2.91
James R Near Mitchell Sd USGS 06478000	744 cfs	12.59 ft	2.1
James R Near Scotland Sd USGS 06478500	769 cfs	5.54 ft	-4.89
James River Nr Yankton Sd USGS 06478513	796 cfs	4.03 ft	-5.38
James River Near Springfield USGS 07050700	4260 cfs	11.34 ft	-12.5
James River Near Boaz USGS 07052250	2340 cfs	5.64 ft	-2.22
James River At Lick Run USGS 02016500	985 cfs	2.82 ft	-6.25
James River At Galena USGS 07052500	4040 cfs	7.67 ft	-5.15
James River At Buchanan USGS 02019500	1480 cfs	3.41 ft	-5.88
James River At Holcomb Rock USGS 02025500	2630 cfs	5.24 ft	-8.77
James River At Bent Creek USGS 02026000	2720 cfs	3.84 ft	-6.46
James River At Scottsville USGS 02029000	3780 cfs	4.67 ft	-7.71
James River At Cartersville USGS 02035000	4570 cfs	3.13 ft	-9.98
James River And Kanawha Canal Near Richmond USGS 02037000	4 cfs	4.35 ft	-36.95
James River Near Richmond USGS 02037500	5380 cfs	5.28 ft	-7.02

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