Is the Pacolet River flooding?
The Pacolet River is tracked by 5 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 Pacolet River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Pacolet River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all South Carolina river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacolet River near Fingerville, SC | No flooding | 6.66 ft | 25 ft | |
| Pacolet River below Lake Blalock near Cowpens, SC | No flooding | 1.71 ft | 14 ft | |
| Pacolet River at US-29 near Converse, SC | No flood stage defined | 1.55 ft | — | |
| Pacolet River at Pacolet, SC | No flood stage defined | 12.14 ft | — | |
| Pacolet River near Saratt, SC | No flood stage defined | 4.31 ft | — |
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.