Station Name: CATAWBA RIVER AT NC HIGHWAY 16 NR MILLERSVILLE, NC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 840 feet

Nearest Address:
State Hwy 16 S
Taylorsville, NC 28681
Alexander County

GPS Coordinates: 35.82246667, -81.1905361

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued March 23 at 2:44AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Mon March 23, 2026, 6:44 AM
Expires: Tue March 24, 2026, 2:00 AM

Dry brush and leaf litter have become very dry in recent days due to breezy conditions and low relative humidity. These conditions are forecast again today. Relative humidity will fall below 30 percent for much of the afternoon and evening hours, and wind gusts may reach 25 to 30 mph at times. Given the dry vegetation, outdoor fires will be able to spread quickly once started, increasing the danger of wildfires. Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether you can burn today. If you do burn, use extreme caution since fires can quickly get out of hand under these conditions.

Special Weather Statement issued March 22 at 11:24PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Mon March 23, 2026, 3:24 AM
Expires: Mon March 23, 2026, 3:00 PM

The combination of dry fine fuels, relative humidities between 20 and 30 percent, northwest wind gusts in excess of 20 mph, and warm temperatures will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires Monday afternoon. 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 grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry or environmental protection website. Virginia residents are reminded that open burning is prohibited before 4 PM each day through April 30th.