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Photo: 2016-09-27 13 52 27 View south up the Shenandoah River at the Millville Dam, viewed from the West Virginia State Route 9 Shenandoah River Bridge in Jefferson County, West Virginia by Famartin (CC BY-SA 4.0) License

Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access

River · Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 42°F (5°C)
  • Streamflow 1,400 ft³/s
  • Gage height 2.42 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SHENANDOAH RIVER AT MILLVILLE, WV (1.7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:30 AM gauge-local time.

  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Oct 20 (median 830 ft³/s over 112 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 5:30 AM gauge-local time
Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 01636500, as of Oct 20, 5:30 AM gauge-local time

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

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It’s 42°F at Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Weather at Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access

43°F, Clear · H 68° / L 42° · 3% chance of rain
H: 68° L: 42°
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Clear
43°
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Feels like 41°
Precipitation
3%
Humidity
65%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
46°
3 AM
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44°
6 AM
Clear
43°
9 AM
Sunny
49°
12 PM
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63°
3 PM
Sunny
68°
6 PM
Sunny
59°
9 PM
Clear
51°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access?
Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access is a river in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is 42°F (5°C), measured by USGS gauge 01636500, 1.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access rated?
Shenandoah River in the Millville Dam Pool Public River Access in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 10 reviews.

Location & Contact

Harpers Ferry, WV 25425

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia 25425

🌊 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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