-14.0 cfs (-3.05%) since yesterday
56.52% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Rapidan River
was last observed at
445
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
883
acre-ft of water today; about 57%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
787 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-06-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at
33,970 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Rapidan River Near Culpeper
reporting a streamflow rate of 340 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Rapidan River Near Ruckersville
with a gauge stage of 2.03 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Rapidan River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 462 ft, the
Rapidan River Near Ruckersville.
Last Updated
2024-04-25
Streamflow
445.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
56.52%
Maximum
33,970.0 cfs
2018-06-23
About the rapidan river
The Rapidan River is a 88.3-mile-long river located in central Virginia, flowing through the Blue Ridge Mountains and into the Rappahannock River. The river has a rich history dating back to the Civil War, where it was a strategic location during the Battle of the Wilderness. The Rapidan River is known for its clean water and diverse aquatic life. It is home to several species of fish, including smallmouth bass and brook trout. The river is also used for recreational activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. There are two main reservoirs on the river: the South River and the Rapidan Dam. The South River Reservoir is primarily used for drinking water, while the Rapidan Dam is used for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. The Rapidan River is also significant for its agricultural use, as many farmers in the area rely on the river for irrigation purposes.
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