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Stock Creek
River
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Streamflow 317 ft³/s
- Gage height 2.94 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CLINCH RIVER AT SPEERS FERRY, VA (1.8 mi away), as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 03527000, as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 283 ft³/s over 84 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Trout stocking
5 stockings at Stock Creek in the last 12 months
Oct 1, 2026
Rainbow Trout
- May 6, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Apr 24, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Mar 3, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Feb 20, 2026Rainbow Trout
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What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Streamline Chub, Mountain Madtom, Paranotropis volucellus and 8 more species.
11 fish species in 11 public records within 2 km of Stock Creek since 2000.
- Streamline Chub Erimystax dissimilis1 record · 2026
- Mountain Madtom Noturus eleutherus1 record · 2026
- Paranotropis volucellus1 record · 2026
- Stargazing Minnow Phenacobius uranops1 record · 2026
- Greenside Darter Etheostoma blennioides1 record · 2000
- Bluebreast Darter Etheostoma camurum1 record · 2000
- Snubnose Darter Etheostoma simoterum1 record · 2000
- Wounded Darter Etheostoma vulneratum1 record · 2000
Show all 11 species
- Northern Studfish Fundulus catenatus1 record · 2000
- Longear Sunfish Lepomis megalotis1 record · 2000
- River Chub Nocomis micropogon1 record · 2000
Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations, University of Alabama Ichthyology Collection). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
Boat ramps and fishing access near here
1 boat ramp mapped at or near Stock Creek
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Safe to eat? Fish consumption advisories
The Virginia Department of Health lists 1 advisory for fish from all or part of this water, shown here exactly as VDH publishes it. It applies to the section VDH names, which may not include this spot.
Stock Creek
Applies to: From Rt. 650 bridge downstream 5 miles to confluence with Clinch River
≤ 2 meals/month
- Fish Species
- Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, White Sucker
- Contaminants
- PCBs
Locality: Scott Co.
VDH: Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and young children are advised not to eat any fish listed in a fish consumption advisory.
Source: Virginia Department of Health, Fish Consumption Advisory. VDH page last updated Aug 11, 2026. Checked against the VDH page on Oct 28, 2026. Advisories are reviewed and can change; check VDH before you keep your catch.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stock Creek?
- Stock Creek is a river in Virginia.
- Can you swim at Stock Creek?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 29, 2026.
- What amenities does Stock Creek have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Stock Creek include camping-nearby.
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Location & Contact
Virginia
🌊 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
- ›Wear life jackets when on the water
- ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
- ›Respect private property along riverbanks
Features & amenities
Amenities
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