Station Name: OCONALUFTEE RIVER AT BIRDTOWN, NC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,877 feet

Nearest Address:
1196 Old Number 4 Rd
Birdtown, NC 28719
Jackson County

GPS Coordinates: 35.46138889, -83.3536111

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 1:23AM EST until January 15 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:23 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 9:30 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations up to 11 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Haywood and Swain Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the snow on tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. 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.

Special Weather Statement issued January 13 at 1:54PM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Tue January 13, 2026, 1:54 PM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 4:00 AM

A cold front will move across east Tennessee, southwest Virginia, and southwest North Carolina late Wednesday afternoon and evening bring with it widespread precipitation and colder temperatures. A band of rain will move into the region then mix with and change over to snow by early evening. A brief period of accumulating snow is possible across the Plateau, southwest Virginia, northeast Tennessee, and central valley. Snowfall of 1/2 inch is possible mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces, and up to 1 inch across the higher ridges. Snow covered roadways are possible across the higher terrain Wednesday evening. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio and other local media for further details or updates.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 13 at 11:29AM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Tue January 13, 2026, 11:29 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 3:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, but up to 6 inches for elevations above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...A portion of east Tennessee. * WHEN...From 3 PM Wednesday to 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.

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 14 at 12:25AM EST until January 15 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 12:25 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, mainly at or above 3000 feet in elevation. Locally higher amounts of 10 inches or more are expected along the highest peaks. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, and Sevier Smoky Mountains Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.

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.