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Green Swamp

River

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Live flow only β€” 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 within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 43 ftΒ³/s over 83 years).

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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” 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. β€” USGS gauge 02047500, as of Aug 22, 10:45 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 43 ftΒ³/s over 83 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 10:45 AM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
10 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
31.86 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 43 ftΒ³/s over 83 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BLACKWATER RIVER NEAR DENDRON, VA (3.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:45 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Green Swamp

H: 85Β° L: 70Β°
Moderate rain
Moderate rain
77Β°
|
Feels like 81Β°
Precipitation
87%
Humidity
81%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
5.3
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Moderate rain
71Β°
3 AM
Moderate rain
70Β°
6 AM
Fog
71Β°
9 AM
Moderate rain
73Β°
12 PM
Moderate rain
79Β°
3 PM
Moderate rain
85Β°
6 PM
Moderate rain
84Β°
9 PM
Moderate rain
77Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Green Swamp?
Green Swamp is a river in Virginia.
Can you swim at Green Swamp?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.

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