Streamflow discharge was last observed at 249 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.95 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 311 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's flow is primarily fed by rainfall, snowmelt, and groundwater, and it is closely monitored by several government agencies. The river is home to several important tributaries, including the Nolichucky and the French Broad Rivers. Seasonal trends show that the Pigeon River experiences high flow rates in the spring and lower flow rates in the summer and fall. The river is also home to several dams, including the Pigeon River Dam and the Waterville Dam. Interesting facts about the Pigeon River include its historical significance as a transportation route for Native American tribes and its role in the production of paper products in the 20th century.
| Elevation | 2,340.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.95 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 249.0 ft3/s |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 2337.76 ft |
| Percent of Normal | 71% |
| Year Over Year Average | 355 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 40,900 cfs |