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 February 1 at 11:53AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:53 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 1:00 PM

Any snow that melts today today will refreeze after sunset as temperatures will remain below freezing through Monday morning across much of the western Carolinas and northeast Georgia. Thus, widespread black ice can be expected this evening through Monday morning. If traveling, be prepared for hazardous road conditions, especially on bridges and overpasses as well as on untreated roadways. Use extra caution when walking on sidewalks, driveways, and in parking lots. Although temperatures will rise above freezing across most locations by Monday afternoon, patchy black ice may linger across the higher elevations of the North Carolina mountains as well as in shaded areas throughout Monday.

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 1:26PM EST until February 2 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:26 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 3:30 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 5 to 12 below zero across the North Carolina mountains and as low as 5 degrees east of the mountains expected. * WHERE...Portions of western North Carolina and portions of the South Carolina Upstate. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Special Weather Statement issued February 1 at 10:54AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 3:54 PM
Expires: Tue February 3, 2026, 4:00 PM

The NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards transmitter broadcasting from Rock Hill South Carolina, serving the Piedmont of the Carolinas on 162.425 MHz, will intermittently be off the air until further notice. Maintenance will be performed at the site and service will be restored as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our listeners. Use alternate broadcasts from Charlotte on 162.475 MHz or Greenville on 162.550 MHz during the outage.

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 12:18PM EST until February 2 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 5:18 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills in the single digits are expected. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.

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

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 12:10PM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 5:10 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow accumulations from yesterday and last night will remain in place today and hazardous travel will persist. Additionally, cold morning temperatures will allow any moisture or snow on roads, bridges, and overpasses to freeze tonight. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute.

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.