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Photo: CO Roan Creek 402607 1929 62500 geo (TIF) by USGS (Public domain) License

Roan Creek

River

4.4(5 reviews)

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 246 ftΒ³/s over 99 years).
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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. β€” USGS gauge 03161000, as of Aug 23, 3:30 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 246 ftΒ³/s over 99 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 3:30 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
253 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.09 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 246 ftΒ³/s over 99 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet β€” follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SOUTH FORK NEW RIVER NEAR JEFFERSON, NC (2.2 mi away), as of Aug 23, 3:30 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Roan Creek

H: 75Β° L: 58Β°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
61Β°
|
Feels like 61Β°
Precipitation
71%
Humidity
86%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
πŸ₯ΆToo cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
66Β°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
62Β°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
59Β°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
65Β°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74Β°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74Β°
6 PM
Sunny
73Β°
9 PM
Overcast
59Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Roan Creek?
Roan Creek is a river in North Carolina.
Can you swim at Roan Creek?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
How is Roan Creek rated?
Roan Creek in North Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 5 reviews.
What amenities does Roan Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Roan Creek include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby