SOUTH YADKIN RIVER
December 25, 2024
TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the South Yadkin River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the South Yadkin River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The South Yadkin River is a 61.6-mile-long waterway that runs through North Carolina. It was historically used for transportation and agriculture, and in the 20th century, it was dammed to create several reservoirs, including High Rock Lake and Tuckertown Lake. These reservoirs provide drinking water and hydroelectric power for the region. The river's hydrology is affected by weather patterns and human activity, such as land use changes and dam releases. Recreational activities on the river include fishing, boating, and swimming. The surrounding land is used for agriculture, with crops including corn and soybeans. Despite some pollution and erosion issues, efforts have been made to improve the water quality of the South Yadkin River.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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South Yadkin River Near Mocksville
USGS 02118000 |
194 cfs | 2.76 ft | -2.97 |
History of the River
The Yadkin River is one of the longest rivers in North Carolina, flowing 215 miles (346 km). It rises in the northwestern portion of the state near the Blue Ridge Parkway's Thunder Hill Overlook. Several parts of the river are impounded by dams for water, power, and flood control. The river becomes the Pee Dee River at the confluence of the Uwharrie River south of the community of Badin and east of the town of Albemarle. The river flows into South Carolina near Cheraw, which is at the Fall Line. The entirety of the Yadkin River and the Great Pee Dee River is part of the Yadkin-Pee Dee River Basin.