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Piankatank River
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Safe to eat? Fish consumption advisories
The Virginia Department of Health lists 2 advisories for fish from all or part of this water, shown here exactly as VDH publishes them. Each applies to the section VDH names, which may not include this spot.
Dragon Run Swamp/Piankatank River
Applies to: from near Rt. 620 downstream 46 miles
≤ 2 meals/month
- Fish Species
- Largemouth Bass
- Contaminants
- Mercury
Locality: Essex Co., Middlesex Co., King and Queen Co., Gloucester Co.
Piankatank River
Applies to: From Rt. 17 downstream 11 miles
≤ 2 meals/month
- Fish Species
- Gizzard Shad
- Contaminants
- PCBs
Locality: Middlesex 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 Piankatank River?
- Piankatank River is a river in Virginia.
- Can you swim at Piankatank River?
- There is no fixed answer for Piankatank River: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Piankatank River in Virginia. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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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
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