River NC

South Yadkin River

North Carolina • 35.7827, -80.5174

Length

75 mi

121 km

Elevation

1,714′ → 622′

1,091 ft drop

Stream Order

Large River

Slope

0.27%

14.5 ft/mi

Drainage

906 mi²

2,347 km²

Avg Flow

1,046 cfs

1.8 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

351 mi

565 km to ocean

Classification

Headwater

Source Stream

Elevation Profile

Data from USGS & NOAA for informational purposes only. More

Monitor

Water Level Gauges on South Yadkin River

There are 1 USGS water level monitoring stations on South Yadkin River providing real-time flow and stage data.

There are 6 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on South Yadkin River.