SHENANDOAH RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
December 21, 2024
39.32, -77.74


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Shenandoah River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Shenandoah River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

The Shenandoah River is a 150-mile long tributary of the Potomac River that flows through the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia and West Virginia. It is historically significant as it played a vital role in the Civil War, serving as a strategic transportation route. The river is fed by numerous small streams and springs, and its hydrology is characterized by seasonal flooding and droughts. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Warren Dam and the Lake Shenandoah Dam. These structures serve as sources of hydroelectric power and provide recreational opportunities such as fishing and boating. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, providing irrigation for crops such as corn and soybeans. The Shenandoah River is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking, camping, and scenic views.

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Shenandoah River At Millville
USGS 01636500
1650 cfs 2.66 ft -5.71
History of the River

The Shenandoah River is a tributary of the Potomac River, 55.6 miles (89.5 km) long with two forks approximately 100 miles (160 km) long each, in the U.S. states of Virginia and West Virginia. The principal tributary of the Potomac, the river and its tributaries drain the central and lower Shenandoah Valley and the Page Valley in the Appalachians on the west side of the Blue Ridge Mountains, in northwestern Virginia and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia.

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