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

Special Weather Statement issued January 16 at 11:01PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri January 16, 2026, 11:01 PM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 8:00 AM

A weakening band of precipitation will move into the mountains of the Carolinas and northeast Georgia after midnight. The precipitation will likely start out as a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain, but mostly change over to all snow above 3500 feet, possibly ending as freezing rain around daybreak. Mostly rain is expected in the the lower elevations, although areas of freezing rain are likely in valley locations closer to the continental divide. With temperatures hovering in the upper 20s to lower 30s, minor snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches are expected above around 3500 feet. Spotty light ice accretions of less than a tenth of an inch are expected in the valleys and near the Blue Ridge Escarpment, mainly on elevated surfaces. While widespread travel difficulties are not anticipated due to warm road temperatures, some slick spots could develop on bridges and overpasses. Roads leading into the higher elevations of the Smokies and the Balsams could become snow covered for a few hours before sunrise. Clearing skies should allow temperatures to warm above freezing and thaw out most roads by midday Saturday.

Special Weather Statement issued January 17 at 1:54AM EST by NWS Morristown TN

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 1:54 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 10:00 AM

Periods of light to moderate snow showers will lead to a quick 1 to 2 inches of accumulation in some locations Saturday morning. The most likely locations to receive snow accumulation will be elevations above 2000 feet. Highest mountain peaks could see isolated totals near 3 inches. A dusting up to one inch will be possible in lower elevations of southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee. Any accumulations of snow are expected to be light. However, driving and walking may be difficult on some untreated roadways and sidewalks. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities. If traveling, slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

Special Weather Statement issued January 16 at 7:35PM EST by NWS Peachtree City GA

Effective: Fri January 16, 2026, 7:35 PM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 8:00 AM

A light rain/snow mix is possible across the mountains of far north Georgia tonight into the predawn hours of Saturday morning. At elevations above 2000ft, a transition to light snow showers is possible. Accumulations are expected to be minor, ranging from a trace to a half inch. Significant or widespread hazardous travel is not anticipated. However, spotty areas of black ice are possible, mainly on less-traveled secondary roads. Exercise caution if traveling in these areas, especially on elevated roadways and bridges.