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South River
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 57 ft³/s
- Gage height 2.06 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SOUTH RIVER AT HARRISTON, VA (2.4 mi away), as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 01627500, as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 103 ft³/s over 83 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 2:45 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Trout stocking
14 stockings at South River in the last 12 months
Oct 15, 2026
Brown Trout
- Oct 7, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
- May 15, 2026Rainbow Trout
- May 15, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
- May 1, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
- Apr 16, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Apr 10, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
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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.
South River
Applies to: from footbridge at E.I. Dupont Co. in Waynesboro 24 miels to confluence with North River at Port Republic
Do not eat
- Fish Species
- All species except trout
- Contaminants
- Mercury
Locality: Waynesboro City, August Co., Rockingham 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 South River?
- South River is a river in Virginia.
- Can you swim at South River?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 29, 2026.
- How is South River rated?
- South River in Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 38 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Virginia
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🌊 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
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