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Gum Springs Branch

River

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 39 ft³/s over 73 years).
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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 01626000, as of Aug 23, 5:15 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 39 ft³/s over 73 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 5:15 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
23 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.33 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 39 ft³/s over 73 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SOUTH RIVER NEAR WAYNESBORO, VA (12.5 mi away), as of Aug 23, 5:15 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Gum Springs Branch

H: 84° L: 61°
Sunny
Sunny
79°
|
Feels like 72°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
35%
Wind
14 mph
UV Index
0.9
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Overcast
66°
3 AM
Clear
64°
6 AM
Clear
62°
9 AM
Sunny
70°
12 PM
Sunny
80°
3 PM
Sunny
84°
6 PM
Sunny
79°
9 PM
Clear
69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gum Springs Branch?
Gum Springs Branch is a river in Virginia.
Can you swim at Gum Springs Branch?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Gum Springs Branch have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Gum Springs Branch include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

Camping nearby