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Little Tallapoosa River

Alabama • 33.3476, -85.5452
Length
98 mi
157 km
Elevation
1,130′ → 691′
439 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.09%
4.5 ft/mi
Drainage
593 mi²
1,535 km²
Avg Flow
884 cfs
1.4 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
607 mi
977 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Little Tallapoosa River

There are 4 USGS water level monitoring stations on Little Tallapoosa River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Little Tallapoosa River

There are 2 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Little Tallapoosa River.