Streamflow discharge was last observed at 289 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.62 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 264 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
It is fed by several tributaries, including the Ellijay River and Mountaintown Creek, and is controlled by the Carters Lake Dam. The river experiences seasonal trends with flow rates peaking in the spring and decreasing in the summer and fall. Interesting facts about the hydrology of the Coosawattee River include that it is home to several fish species, including bass and trout, and is a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing and kayaking. Its waters are also used for irrigation and hydroelectric power.
| Elevation | 1,218.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.62 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 289.0 ft3/s |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Percent of Normal | 94% |
| Year Over Year Average | 334 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 9,370 cfs |