Slate River River Levels

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

Historically, the river was used for transportation and commerce, with mills and factories built along its banks. Today, the river is primarily utilized for agricultural irrigation and recreation, with popular activities including fishing, kayaking, and tubing. The river is home to two major reservoirs, the Rockfish River Reservoir and the Ragged Mountain Reservoir, which serve as important sources of drinking water for the surrounding communities. The river's hydrology is influenced by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Piedmont region, with periodic flooding and droughts affecting the river's flow. Despite its importance to the region, the Slate River faces challenges from pollution and erosion, which threaten its ecological health and the livelihoods of those who depend on it.