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Roaring River

Tennessee • 36.3743, -85.6414
Hydrography profile Updated Dec 26, 2025
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Length
38 mi
61 km
Elevation
956′ → 504′
453 ft drop
Stream Order
5
Medium River
Slope
0.23%
12.0 ft/mi
Drainage
293 mi²
760 km²
Avg Flow
553 cfs
1.3 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,421 mi
2,286 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
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Water Level Gauges on Roaring River

There are 1 USGS water level monitoring stations on Roaring River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Roaring River

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