French Broad River At Blantyre, Nc Realtime Data
FRENCH BROAD RIVER AT BLANTYRE, NC
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
404
Discharge (cfs)
5.5
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 404 cfs, and a gauge height of 5.47 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 355 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Swannanoa River and Pigeon River. The flow of the river is influenced by seasonal trends, with peak flows occurring during the spring and fall months. The river is also impacted by several dams, including the Douglas Lake Dam and the Fossil Plant Dam. Interesting facts about the hydrology of the French Broad River include the presence of several endangered species, including the Appalachian elktoe mussel, as well as the river's role as a popular destination for whitewater rafting and kayaking.
July 15, 2026
| Elevation | 2,067.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 5.47 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 404.0 ft3/s |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 2065.59 ft |
| Percent of Normal | 58% |
| Year Over Year Average | 698 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 9,860 cfs |
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