Data Disclaimer: Water level data is provided by USGS and NOAA for informational purposes only. Verify conditions on-site before any water activities.
Learn more
I EasyII NoviceIII IntermediateIV AdvancedV Expert/ExtremeVI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:Put-in at this locationThis location is on the runTake-out at this location Downstream from hereUpstream from here
Highway 601 Boat Access provides a public launch point on the South Yadkin River, a significant waterway in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. The South Yadkin is a large river system with an average flow of over 1,000 cubic feet per second and drains an area of 906 square miles. At this location near Mocksville in Davie County, boaters can expect a river with moderate current and gradual descent typical of the Piedmont Stream Order 6 river.
This section of the South Yadkin has an average velocity of 2.66 feet per second and a gradient of 13.5 feet per mile, indicating moderate flow conditions suitable for various watercraft. The river's elevation at this point reflects the transitional nature between the upstream headwaters and the lower sections, with a total elevation drop of 1,017 feet across the entire 75-mile length. Paddlers and boaters should be prepared for moderate current conditions and plan accordingly based on recent water levels and weather conditions.