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Little Patuxent River

Maryland • 39.1511, -76.8337
Length
38 mi
61 km
Elevation
601′ → 27′
574 ft drop
Stream Order
5
Medium River
Slope
0.29%
15.1 ft/mi
Drainage
342 mi²
886 km²
Avg Flow
194 cfs
1.3 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
278 mi
447 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Little Patuxent River

There are 2 USGS water level monitoring stations on Little Patuxent River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Little Patuxent River

There are 4 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Little Patuxent River.