River stage
Badin Lake, Yadkin River
- River level
- 540.23 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 541.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 542.00 ft
- Moderate flood
- 544.00 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS BADN7
- Flood stage
- 542.00 ft
- Moderate flood
- 544.00 ft
- Major flood
- 545.00 ft
In brief
The Yadkin River at Badin Lake, NC read 540.23 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 0.77 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge BADN7
Stage threshold profile
Frequently asked questions
Is the Yadkin River flooding at Badin Lake?
No. The Yadkin River at Badin Lake is at 540.23 ft, 0.77 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Badin Lake?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 541 ft, minor flooding 542 ft, moderate flooding 544 ft and major flooding 545 ft.
What is the highest the Yadkin River has been at Badin Lake?
The National Weather Service has not published a crest history for this gauge.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge BADN7); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 02122844). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.