River NC

North Fork Catawba River

North Carolina • 35.8613, -81.9697

Length

23 mi

37 km

Elevation

3,248′ → 1,195′

2,053 ft drop

Stream Order

Large River

Slope

1.69%

89.5 ft/mi

Drainage

85 mi²

220 km²

Avg Flow

-- cfs

1.8 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

445 mi

716 km to ocean

Classification

Tributary

Mid-reach

Elevation Profile

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Access Sites on North Fork Catawba River

There are 4 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on North Fork Catawba River.