Tellico River At Tellico Plains, Tn Realtime Data
TELLICO RIVER AT TELLICO PLAINS, TN
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
234
Discharge (cfs)
1.4
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 234 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.40 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 204 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's flow is primarily provided by rainfall and snowmelt, with tributaries such as Bald River and North River contributing to its overall volume. There are several dams along the river, including the Tellico Dam, which was built in the 1970s for hydroelectric power generation. Seasonally, the river experiences high flow during the spring months due to snowmelt, while summer and fall see lower flows. Interesting facts about the river include its designation as a National Wild and Scenic River and its popularity among fly fishermen for its abundance of trout.
July 19, 2026
| Elevation | 864.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.4 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 234.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 170% |
| Year Over Year Average | 137 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 19,300 cfs |
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