River VA

Rapidan River

Virginia • 38.3334, -78.2500
Length
88 mi
142 km
Elevation
2,480′ → 114′
2,366 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.51%
26.9 ft/mi
Drainage
695 mi²
1,800 km²
Avg Flow
817 cfs
1.8 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
267 mi
430 km to ocean
Classification
Tributary
Mid-reach
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Rapidan River

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

Access Sites on Rapidan River

There are 3 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Rapidan River.