Streamflow discharge was last observed at 88 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.45 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 74 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The creek is situated in a mountainous region, and its watershed covers an area of 16.7 square miles. There are no significant tributaries or dams that influence the flow of Cataloochee Creek. The stream exhibits seasonal variations, with higher flows observed during the spring and summer months due to increased precipitation and snowmelt. In contrast, lower flows are observed during the fall and winter months. The hydrology of Cataloochee Creek is notable for its diverse aquatic life, including brook trout, which are native to the Appalachian Mountains. The creek also provides habitat for other species, including salamanders, crayfish, and a variety of aquatic plants.
| Elevation | 2,464.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.45 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 88.2 ft3/s |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 2459.75 ft |
| Temperature, water, °C | 18.1 deg C |
| Percent of Normal | 122% |
| Year Over Year Average | 72 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 2,810 cfs |
| Geolocation | 35.67, -83.07 |