River NJ DE MD PA

Salem River

New Jersey • 39.5696, -75.4986

Length

37 mi

59 km

Elevation

117′ → -3′

120 ft drop

Stream Order

Large River

Slope

0.06%

3.3 ft/mi

Drainage

118 mi²

306 km²

Avg Flow

142 cfs

1.0 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

94 mi

151 km to ocean

Classification

Headwater

Source Stream

Elevation Profile

Data from USGS & NOAA for informational purposes only. More

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Water Level Gauges on Salem River

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

There are 1 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Salem River.