Middle River

Total streamflow across the Middle River was last observed at 464 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 919 acre-ft of water today; about 10% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 4,764 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-07-29 when daily discharge volume was observed at 28,365 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Middle R At Middle River Ca reporting a streamflow rate of 7,700 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Middle River Near Indianola with a gauge stage of 8.48 ft. This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Middle River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,081 ft, the Middle River Near Grottoes.

It is approximately 57 miles long, flowing through the Shenandoah Valley. The river's headwaters are in the George Washington National Forest, and it flows into the North River near the town of Bridgewater. The Middle River has been extensively dammed, with three major reservoirs: Elkhorn Lake, Grottoes Reservoir, and Sherando Lake. These reservoirs provide water for agricultural irrigation, municipal water supply, and recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The river has a rich history, having been used for transportation, logging, and milling in the past. Today, the Middle River is an important resource for the surrounding communities and serves as a popular destination for outdoor recreation.