Station Name: SMITH RIVER AT BASSETT, VA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 764 feet

Nearest Address:
276 Trent Hill Dr
Bassett, VA 24055
Henry County

GPS Coordinates: 36.77013709, -80.00087509

Nearby Water Temperatures

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 30 at 2:30PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:30 PM
Expires: Fri January 30, 2026, 10:30 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 8 below possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest North Carolina and central, south central, southwest, and west central Virginia. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 30 at 2:02PM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:02 PM
Expires: Fri January 30, 2026, 10:15 PM

* WHAT...Moderate to Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest North Carolina and south central, southwest, and west central Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 30 at 2:30PM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:30 PM
Expires: Fri January 30, 2026, 10:30 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest and west central Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 PM Saturday to 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 30 at 2:02PM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:02 PM
Expires: Fri January 30, 2026, 10:15 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds Saturday night into Sunday will result in blowing and drifting snow...reducing visibility at times.

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.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 30 at 2:02PM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:02 PM
Expires: Fri January 30, 2026, 10:15 PM

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Roanoke County. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

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.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 30 at 2:48PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:48 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 5:15 AM

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills ranging from near zero to 9 degrees. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below possible. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 30 at 2:48PM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:48 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 5:15 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. * WHERE...The Piedmont and western Sandhills. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon until 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult or even impossible at times Saturday into Sunday.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 30 at 2:48PM EST until February 1 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 2:48 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 5:15 AM

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills ranging from near zero to 9 degrees. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below possible. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.