River NC TN

Watauga River

North Carolina • 36.2425, -81.9903
Length
79 mi
127 km
Elevation
4,020′ → 1,351′
2,670 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
0.64%
33.9 ft/mi
Drainage
858 mi²
2,222 km²
Avg Flow
1,396 cfs
1.9 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
891 mi
1,433 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

Data from USGS & NOAA for informational purposes only. More

Water Level Gauges on Watauga River

There are 3 USGS water level monitoring stations on Watauga River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Watauga River

There are 4 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Watauga River.