+144.0 cfs (+5.81%) since yesterday
65.26% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Tuckasegee River
was last observed at
2,622
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
5,201
acre-ft of water today; about 65%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
4,018 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2022-05-27 when daily discharge volume was observed at
43,830 cfs.
The Tuckasegee River is an important natural resource in western North Carolina, stretching 50 miles from its headwaters in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to its confluence with the Little Tennessee River. Historically, the river played a significant role in Cherokee culture and served as a source of food and transportation for early settlers. Today, the river supports a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, kayaking, and tubing. The river's hydrology is impacted by several large reservoirs, including Lake Glenville, Bear Creek Lake, and Fontana Lake, which was created by the Fontana Dam, the tallest dam east of the Rocky Mountains. These reservoirs provide hydroelectric power, flood control, and water supply for residents and industries in the region. Additionally, the Tuckasegee River Valley is home to several farms and vineyards, which benefit from the river's fertile soils and abundant water supply.
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