Where is Edwards Branch?

Edwards Branch is a river in North Carolina.

What amenities does Edwards Branch have?

Visitor-listed amenities at Edwards Branch include camping-nearby.

Updated June 13, 2026

Edwards Branch

River

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 0350011450, as of Aug 23, 4:30 PM gauge-local time

Streamflow

41 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

0.26 ft

water level

No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CARTOOGECHAYE CREEK AT SR 1148 NEAR FRANKLIN, NC (6.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:30 PM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Edwards Branch

H: 86° L: 61°

Sunny

84°

Feels like 80°

Precipitation

17%

Humidity

37%

Wind

9 mph

UV Index

3.3

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

68°

3 AM

65°

6 AM

62°

9 AM

68°

12 PM

84°

3 PM

86°

6 PM

82°

9 PM

71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Edwards Branch?: Edwards Branch is a river in North Carolina.
Can you swim at Edwards Branch?: Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Edwards Branch have?: Visitor-listed amenities at Edwards Branch include camping-nearby.

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