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Hiwassee River (Hiwassee Lake)

North Carolina • 35.2097, -84.4167
Length
147 mi
236 km
Elevation
3,127′ → 677′
2,451 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.32%
16.7 ft/mi
Drainage
2,693 mi²
6,974 km²
Avg Flow
4,890 cfs
3.4 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
648 mi
1,042 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
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Access Sites on Hiwassee River (Hiwassee Lake)

There are 9 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Hiwassee River (Hiwassee Lake).