-77.4 cfs (-1.66%) since yesterday
48.6% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
French Broad River
was last observed at
4,590
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
9,105
acre-ft of water today; about 49%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
9,446 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-08-18 when daily discharge volume was observed at
169,350 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
French Broad River Near Newport
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,230 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
French Broad River At Blantyre
with a gauge stage of 4.93 ft.
This river is monitored from 7 different streamgauging stations along the French Broad River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,179 ft, the
French Broad River At Rosman.
Last Updated
2023-09-21
Streamflow
4,590.3 cfs
Percent of Normal
48.6%
Maximum
169,350.0 cfs
2021-08-18
About the french broad river
The French Broad River is a 218-mile long river that flows from Western North Carolina to East Tennessee. The river was named by early European settlers who found it to be a wide and free-flowing river. The river has a rich history, serving as a major transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. The hydrology of the river is complex, with many tributaries contributing to its flow. The river supports several reservoirs and dams, including the Douglas Dam and the Asheville Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water and hydroelectric power for the surrounding areas. The French Broad River is also a popular recreational spot, with activities like fishing, kayaking, and tubing. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, with farms in the surrounding areas using the river for irrigation.
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