Davidson River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the Davidson River is flowing at 52 cfs near Brevard, NC — 84% of normal for the date and down 5% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Davidson River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Brevard, the Davidson River is running 52 cfs — 84% of normal, down 5% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 84% of normal).
How the Davidson River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Brevard2,117 ft 52 cfs84%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Davidson River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (84%).
Davidson River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Davidson River Near Brevard NC
Oct 23, 3:30 AM · USGS 03441000 |
52 cfs | 84% | -5% | 0.67 ft | 5.3 ft below | 2,117 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Davidson River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Davidson River
The Davidson River is a 42-mile long river located in western North Carolina, United States. The river is a tributary of the French Broad River and is known for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities. The Davidson River is named after William Davidson, a Revolutionary War general who was killed in battle. The river has several reservoirs and dams, including the Lake Powhatan Dam and the North Fork Reservoir Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and water supply to the region. Recreational activities on the river include hiking, fishing, kayaking, and camping. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, including irrigation and livestock watering. The Davidson River is an important natural resource for the region, providing both economic and ecological benefits.
Fishing near the Davidson River
About the Davidson River
How is the Davidson River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Davidson River is flowing at 52 cfs near Brevard, NC, about 84% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Davidson River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Davidson River is at 84% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Davidson River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Brevard (6.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.