River Conditions
Illustrated map of Lake Norman

River stage

Richlands, New River

River level
3.63 ft
Status
Below flood stage
Flood stage
16.00 ft
Record crest
15.04 ft

Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS NNRN7

Record crest
15.04 ft
Flood stage
16.00 ft
Crest date
2020-05-21

In brief

The New River at Richlands, NC read 3.63 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 12.37 ft below minor flood stage.

Source: National Weather Service gauge NNRN7

Stage threshold profile

Minor flooding 16.00 ft CURRENT 3.63 ft

Highest crests on record

Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.

RankCrestDate
1 15.04 ft 2020-05-21
2 14.11 ft 2024-08-08

Frequently asked questions

Is the New River flooding at Richlands?

No. The New River at Richlands is at 3.63 ft, 12.37 ft below minor flood stage.

What is the flood stage at Richlands?

Minor flooding 16 ft is the first threshold.

What is the highest the New River has been at Richlands?

The highest crest on record is 15.04 ft, on 2020-05-21.

Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge NNRN7). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.