River NC VA

Dan River

North Carolina • 36.5000, -80.0000
Length
207 mi
334 km
Elevation
3,164′ → 295′
2,868 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.26%
13.8 ft/mi
Drainage
3,897 mi²
10,094 km²
Avg Flow
4,351 cfs
2.0 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
409 mi
658 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
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Water Level Gauges on Dan River

There are 3 USGS water level monitoring stations on Dan River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Dan River

There are 21 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Dan River.