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French Broad River Water Level

Live gauge height for French Broad River, measured at USGS station FRENCH BROAD RIVER NEAR NEWPORT, TN (5.0 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
2.19 ft
Updated 49 min ago
vs. 30-day average
Streamflow
919 cfs

Boat Ramps on French Broad River (8)

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French Broad River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of French Broad River today?

The USGS gauge for French Broad River (FRENCH BROAD RIVER NEAR NEWPORT, TN) currently reads a gauge height of 2.19 feet. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is French Broad River high or low right now?

Compare today's reading with the 30-day chart above — a reading near the top of the range means high water, near the bottom means low water.

Where can I launch a boat on French Broad River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 8 boat ramps on French Broad River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 03455000. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.