Rocky River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the Rocky River is flowing at 146 cfs near Norwood, NC — 114% of normal for the date and down 14% in 24 hours. 4 of 6 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 11 to 146 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Rocky River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Norwood, the Rocky River is running 146 cfs — 114% of normal, down 14% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 71% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Norwood (-14%) and Rocky River (-13%).
Highest against normal: Norwood at 114%. Lowest: Starr at 39%.
How the Rocky River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Berea Oh649 ft 61 cfs61%
- Starr578 ft 11 cfs39%
- Rocky River497 ft 42 cfs81%
- Norwood214 ft 146 cfs114%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Rocky River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (71%).
Rocky River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Rocky River Near Berea Oh OH
Oct 9, 3:45 AM · USGS 04201500 |
61 cfs | 61% | -2% | 5.31 ft | 8.7 ft below | 649 ft |
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Rocky River At Sr1300 Near Crutchfield Crossroads NC
Last reported Sep 9 · USGS 0210166029 |
42 cfs | · | · | 3.33 ft | · | 614 ft |
|
Rocky River Near Starr SC
Oct 9, 3:00 AM · USGS 02187910 |
11 cfs | 39% | -3% | 2.73 ft | 17.3 ft below | 578 ft |
|
Rocky River Above Irish Buffalo Creek Near Rocky River NC
Oct 9, 3:15 AM · USGS 0212433550 |
42 cfs | 81% | -13% | 1.01 ft | 15.5 ft below | 497 ft |
|
Rocky River Near Stanfield NC
Last reported Sep 30 · USGS 02124742 |
173 cfs | · | · | 1.73 ft | · | 421 ft |
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Rocky River Near Norwood NC
Oct 9, 3:30 AM · USGS 02126000 |
146 cfs | 114% | -14% | 3.85 ft | 16.2 ft below | 214 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Rocky River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Rocky River
The Rocky River is a tributary of the Yadkin River in North Carolina, spanning 90 miles from its headwaters in the Uwharrie Mountains to the confluence with the Yadkin. The river was historically used for transportation and power, with mills and factories along its banks. Today, the river is primarily used for recreation, with popular activities including fishing, kayaking, and hiking along the Riverwalk trail. The river is fed by several small tributaries and is home to several species of fish, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. The river is also home to several reservoirs, including Falls Reservoir and Lake Norman, which serve as sources of hydroelectric power and drinking water for nearby communities. The river and its ecosystem are protected by various organizations, including the Rocky River Heritage Foundation and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
About the Rocky River
How is the Rocky River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the Rocky River is flowing at 146 cfs near Norwood, NC, about 114% of normal for the date. Across its 6 USGS gauges, current flows range from 11 to 146 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Rocky River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Rocky River is at 71% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Rocky River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Berea Oh (14.0 ft), Starr (20.0 ft), Rocky River (16.5 ft), Norwood (20.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.