2026-04-18T08:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Prolonged sub-freezing temperatures dropping down into the 18 to 24 degree range. * WHERE...All of the Front Range Urban Corridor and northeast plains of Colorado. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 AM MDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...If not drained or protected, damage to above ground irrigation lines will be likely. A hard freeze could kill sensitive vegetation and damage fruit trees.
LITTLE YADKIN RIVER
Last Updated: April 17, 2026
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Little Yadkin River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Little Yadkin River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 1 streamgages of the Little Yadkin River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Little Yadkin River At Dalton
USGS 02114450 |
8 cfs | 0.51 ft | -10.67 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river is approximately 34 miles long and its headwaters originate in the western part of Forsyth County. The Little Yadkin River has a drainage basin of over 200 square miles and is known for its clear water and excellent fishing opportunities. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Belews Lake Dam, which forms Belews Lake, one of the largest bodies of water in the region, and the Yadkin River’s High Rock Lake Dam. The river has been used for agricultural purposes, including livestock watering and irrigation, and also provides recreational opportunities like canoeing, kayaking, and fishing.
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