New River Basin
Major Virginia river corridor • Headwaters to confluence • Premier paddling, fishery & agricultural water resource
Corridor Flow Overview
The New River in Virginia is monitored by 1 active USGS river gauge. Flowing north through Virginia's Blue Ridge highlands, the ancient New River offers premier smallmouth bass angling, gentle canoe camping trips, and scenic cliff-lined floating.
Corridor Hydrological Gauges
Sequenced upstream to downstream along the primary river stem.
USGS ID
#03171000
Discharge
1,380 cfs
Stage
2.09 ft
Condition
Normal| Station & Location | USGS ID | Discharge (CFS) | Stage (FT) | Condition Verdict | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New River at Radford, VA | #03171000 |
Basin Geographic Map
Real-time spatial visualization of all reporting stations on New River.
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Frequently Asked Questions — New River Water Levels & Flow
Direct answers about USGS river gauges, seasonal flow rates, and river conditions along the New River in Virginia.
What are the current water levels and conditions on the New River in Virginia?
ClearGauge monitors real-time water levels and streamflow across 1 USGS hydrological station along the New River in Virginia. Streamflow stage (ft), discharge (CFS), and historical percentile verdicts are updated every 15 minutes.