Station Name: FRENCH BROAD R AT BLUE RIDGE PKWY AT BENT CREEK NC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 2,028 feet

Nearest Address:
Blue Ridge Pkwy
Arden, NC 28715
Buncombe County

GPS Coordinates: 35.4997222, -82.5927778

Nearby Water Temperatures

Wind Advisory issued January 14 at 11:53PM EST until January 15 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 11:53 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...High elevations above 3500 feet in Buncombe County. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Wind Advisory issued January 15 at 1:56AM EST until January 15 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:56 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Buncombe County. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 11:53PM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 11:53 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills of 5 below to 13 below expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...High elevations above 3500 feet in Graham, Haywood, Macon, Madison, Northern Jackson, Southern Jackson, and Swain Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 9:06PM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:06 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 5:15 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations mainly of 2 to 4 inches, with isolated ridges seeing up to 6 inches. * WHERE...Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will create snow covered roads and produce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 15 at 1:56AM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:56 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 14 below above 3500 feet. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Graham, Haywood, Macon, Madison, Northern Jackson, Southern Jackson, and Swain Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 15 at 1:50AM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:50 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow above 3500 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch, with isolated extremely high peaks seeing up to an additional 2 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph, with isolated exposed locations seeing gusts as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS...The snowfall will create slippery and snow covered roadways. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 9:06PM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:06 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 5:15 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with 8 to 12 inches on the highest ridgetops. * WHERE...Haywood and Swain Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will create snow covered roads and produce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 15 at 1:50AM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:50 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow above 3500 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch, with isolated extremely high peaks receiving an additional 3 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Haywood and Swain Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS...The snowfall will create slippery and snow covered roadways. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Wind Advisory issued January 14 at 11:53PM EST until January 15 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 11:53 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory above 3500 feet, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills of 5 below to 15 below expected, with a few peaks possibly seeing even lower values. * WHERE...High elevations above 3500 feet in Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM EST Thursday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 11:53PM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 11:53 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory above 3500 feet, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 55 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills of 5 below to 15 below expected, with a few peaks possibly seeing even lower values. * WHERE...High elevations above 3500 feet in Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM EST Thursday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Wind Advisory issued January 15 at 1:56AM EST until January 15 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:56 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory above 3500 feet, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 mph expected, or up to 60 mph on isolated, extremely high peaks. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills of 5 below to 15 below expected, with a few peaks possibly seeing even lower values. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 7 AM EST Friday. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 15 at 1:56AM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:56 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory above 3500 feet, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 mph expected, or up to 60 mph on isolated, extremely high peaks. For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills of 5 below to 15 below expected, with a few peaks possibly seeing even lower values. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Mitchell and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 7 AM EST Friday. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 15 at 6:20AM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 6:20 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Johnson, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Southeast Monroe, and Unicoi Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Severe cold temperatures early this morning in higher elevations. Bundle up for cold weather!

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 15 at 6:20AM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Thu January 15, 2026, 6:20 AM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, and Sevier Smoky Mountains Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Severe cold temperatures early this morning in higher elevations. Bundle up for cold weather!

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.