+1044.0 cfs (+61.96%) since yesterday
24.96% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Greenbrier River
was last observed at
2,729
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
5,413
acre-ft of water today; about 25%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
10,935 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-03-02 when daily discharge volume was observed at
110,980 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Greenbrier River At Alderson
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,140 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Greenbrier River, with a gauge stage of
3.35 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Greenbrier River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,729 ft, the
Greenbrier River At Durbin.
Last Updated
2024-05-17
Streamflow
2,729.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
24.96%
Maximum
110,980.0 cfs
2021-03-02
About the greenbrier river
The Greenbrier River is a 173-mile-long river located in West Virginia, USA. It flows from the Appalachian Mountains to the New River and has played an important role in the state's history, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. The river is fed by numerous tributaries and has a varied hydrology, with rapids, pools, and riffles. The river's flow is managed by several reservoirs and dams, including the Burnsville Dam and the Bluestone Dam. These dams have helped to control flooding and provide hydroelectric power. The Greenbrier River is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and tubing. It is surrounded by forests and farms, which contribute to the region's agricultural economy.
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