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French Broad River
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Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date
Use cautionUse caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 1,170 ft³/s over 130 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.
- Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 1,170 ft³/s over 130 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.
- Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date
Use cautionUse caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 1,170 ft³/s over 130 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk.
- Flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 1,170 ft³/s over 130 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 2:30 PM gauge-local time
- Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 03451500, as of Aug 22, 2:30 PM gauge-local time
Flow is high for this date — above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 1,170 ft³/s over 130 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge FRENCH BROAD RIVER AT ASHEVILLE, NC (4.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:30 PM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is French Broad River?
- French Broad River is a river in North Carolina.
- What is the water temperature at French Broad River?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at French Broad River in North Carolina is 77°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 03451500, 4.5 miles away.
- Can you swim at French Broad River?
- Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: flow is above the 75th percentile for Aug 22 (median 1,170 ft³/s over 130 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is French Broad River rated?
- French Broad River in North Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 318 reviews.
- What amenities does French Broad River have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at French Broad River include camping-nearby.
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