River NC TN

Elk River

North Carolina • 36.2152, -81.9521
Length
28 mi
45 km
Elevation
4,408′ → 1,953′
2,455 ft drop
Stream Order
4
Medium River
Slope
1.66%
87.5 ft/mi
Drainage
83 mi²
214 km²
Avg Flow
164 cfs
1.3 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
883 mi
1,422 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Access Sites on Elk River

There are 56 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Elk River.