Rapid Reaction: Historic Flooding Follows Helene in Western NC
WEB1 day ago — The French Broad River and Swannanoa River – which collided at high speeds and high volumes in 1916 to overtake Biltmore Village – both saw new record crests during and after Helene.
Why was Asheville and North Carolina flooding so bad? Rare …
WEB2 days ago — Large swaths of Asheville, including Biltmore Village and the iconic River Arts District were submerged under nearly 25 feet of water after the French Broad River overflowed. But why did...
WATCH: Drone footage shows historic flooding, Helene aftermath …
WEB3 days ago — Areas like Biltmore Village and Riverside Drive were underwater on Friday after the French Broad and Swannanoa rivers spilled over their banks. GOV.
How does Helene compare to the Asheville's 'Great Flood of 1916'?
WEB1 day ago — In Marshall, a small, historic town near the French Broad River north of Asheville, floodwaters reached the first-floor roof of some downtown buildings.
Hurricanes don’t stop at the coast: Why inland mountain towns …
WEB5 days ago — Black Mountain received 14.6 inches, which flowed into a French Broad River tributary, triggering widespread flooding where the rivers meet. The torrent severed a water main and cut off...
From Fishing to the Grateful Dead—Why the French Broad River …
WEBMay 24, 2024 — Along with the nearby Green, Laurel, and Big Ivy rivers, the French Broad offers endless activities for those seeking aquatic adventures. For the ultimate river day, Steele recommends either going for a run by the river or standup paddleboarding, followed by sips of your favorite brew.
The French Broad River: A beginner’s guide to recreation, safety, …
WEBMar 15, 2023 — The fast-flowing tributaries of the French Broad are also ideal for several species of trout, bass, bluegill, and crappie. More than 10 species of rare fish and three rare mussels are found in the French Broad River, including the federally endangered Appalachian elktoe mussel.
French Broad River - Wikipedia
WEBThe French Broad River is a river in the U.S. states of North Carolina and Tennessee. It flows 218 miles (351 km) [4] from near the town of Rosman in Transylvania County, North Carolina, into Tennessee, where its confluence with the Holston River at Knoxville forms the beginning of the Tennessee River.
Why Asheville’s French Broad River is a Must-Visit - AFAR
WEBJan 9, 2024 — Asheville’s French Broad River offers riverside restaurants, breweries, and bars, unique lodging, galleries, aquatic adventures, and an alluring history.
About the French Broad River Basin
WEBNumerous rare or endangered plants, mussels, amphibians, fish, and other animals live in the watershed* having escaped most of the effects of the last ice age as it did not reach so far south.