Meherrin River Flow Today
As of October 5, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the Meherrin River is flowing at 54 cfs at Emporia, VA — 52% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 24 to 54 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Meherrin 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 Emporia, the Meherrin River is running 54 cfs — 52% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 39% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Lawrenceville (+14%).
How the Meherrin 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
- Lawrenceville182 ft 24 cfs27%
- Emporia96 ft 54 cfs52%
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 Meherrin River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (39%).
Meherrin River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Meherrin River Near Lawrenceville VA
Oct 5, 3:45 AM · USGS 02051500 |
24 cfs | 27% | +14% | 1.36 ft | 13.6 ft below | 182 ft |
|
Meherrin River At Emporia VA
Oct 5, 3:30 AM · USGS 02052000 |
54 cfs | 52% | 0% | 2.18 ft | 20.8 ft below | 96 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 Meherrin River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Meherrin River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Meherrin River
The Meherrin River is a 92-mile long river that flows through the southeastern region of Virginia and northeastern region of North Carolina. It was named after the Native American tribe, the Meherrin, who lived in the area for thousands of years. The river is fed by several smaller tributaries, with the Chowan River being the largest. The Meherrin was once an important waterway for transportation and trade, with steamboats and barges traveling up and down the river. Today, there are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the John H. Kerr Dam and Lake Gaston. These reservoirs provide hydroelectric power and drinking water to nearby communities. The Meherrin River is also an important source of recreation, with activities such as fishing, canoeing, and camping popular among locals and visitors. Additionally, the river is used for agriculture, with farmers utilizing its fertile floodplain for growing crops.
Fishing near the Meherrin River
About the Meherrin River
How is the Meherrin River flowing right now?
As of October 5, 2026, the Meherrin River is flowing at 54 cfs at Emporia, VA, about 52% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 24 to 54 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Meherrin River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Meherrin River is at 39% 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 Meherrin River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Lawrenceville (15.0 ft), Emporia (23.0 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.