Major Flood
25 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
37.6 ft
Record flooding affects Elkin.
27 ft
Flooding begins at True Textiles Manufacturing Company main building.
24 ft
Two to three blocks of Elkin are inundated.
21 ft
Widespread lowland flooding along the river.
18.5 ft
Rockford Road near Rockford floods.
18 ft
Flooding of the parking lot at Crater Park begins.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1940 | 37.5 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jul 7, 1916 | 36 ft | — |
| Apr 9, 1983 | 24.88 ft | 29,100 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yadkin River at Elkin?
The Yadkin River at Elkin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02112250) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Yadkin River at Elkin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yadkin River at Elkin is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yadkin River rises?
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Where is the Yadkin River at Elkin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Surry County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.2406°N, 80.8492°W. USGS site number: 02112250. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.