Station Name: CATAWBA R AT RR BRIDGE AB NC 73 AT COWANS FORD, NC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 643 feet

Nearest Address:
8899 State Rd 73
Stanley, NC 28164
Lincoln County

GPS Coordinates: 35.4277333, -80.9573417

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 8:16PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 8:16 PM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 7:00 AM

Relative humidity values will fall into the 25 to 30 percent range Tuesday afternoon, with winds increasing to around 10 to 15 mph with some higher gusts. With vegetation remaining dry, the ongoing drought, and favorable meteorological conditions, fires will be able to catch and spread rapidly. Refer to your local burn permitting authority regarding whether you may burn outdoors today. If you do burn, exercise extreme caution as fires can quickly get out of hand under these conditions.

Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 8:26PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 8:26 PM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 8:00 PM

Exceptionally dry fuels, low relative humidity values, and gusty southwest winds will lead to an increased risk of wildfires again on Wednesday. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep vehicles off of dry leaves and grass. A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service is currently in place. Open burning of any kind is illegal.