Purdy

The Purdy boat ramp provides access to the Nottoway River in Jarratt, located in Greensville County, Virginia. The Nottoway River is a large river system with a stream order of 7, featuring an average flow of approximately 1,825 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 2.02 feet per second. With a drainage area of 1,723 square miles and a total length of nearly 159 miles, this waterway offers substantial paddling and boating opportunities for visitors to the region.

Boaters and paddlers using the Purdy access point should be aware that the Nottoway River has a moderate gradient of 3.7 feet per mile on average, indicating a steady flow throughout much of the river. The water conditions generally support both motorboat and paddle craft activities. The river extends 211 miles to its mouth, providing extensive downstream paddling routes for those interested in longer expeditions or day trips. The elevation change from source to mouth is approximately 593 feet, distributed across the river's length.

This access point serves as a gateway for fishing, paddling, and other recreational water activities on a significant Virginia waterway. Visitors should be prepared for river conditions typical of a large river system and plan their trips accordingly based on water flow and weather conditions.