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West Fork Pigeon River

North Carolina • 35.4453, -82.9099
Length
19 mi
30 km
Elevation
5,313′ → 2,644′
2,669 ft drop
Stream Order
5
Medium River
Slope
2.72%
143.7 ft/mi
Drainage
65 mi²
168 km²
Avg Flow
183 cfs
1.1 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
815 mi
1,311 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on West Fork Pigeon River

There are 2 USGS water level monitoring stations on West Fork Pigeon River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on West Fork Pigeon River

There are 7 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on West Fork Pigeon River.