Is the Little Saluda River flooding?

South Carolina · 2 gauges · South Carolina river levels

The Little Saluda River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in South Carolina. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Little Saluda River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all South Carolina river levels.

data refreshed 15 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Little Saluda River at Saluda, SC. The highest level ever recorded there was 18.28 ft on 23 December 1994, carrying 5,640 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1993 (9 annual peaks).

Drains 90 sq mi · gauge elevation 370 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Little Saluda River near Saluda, SCNo flooding4.06 ft15 ft
Little Saluda River at Saluda, SCNo current data
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.