Is the South Saluda River flooding?

South Carolina · 2 gauges · South Carolina river levels

The South 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 South 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 South Saluda River near Cleveland, SC. The highest level ever recorded there was 10.98 ft on 27 September 2024, carrying 3,300 cfs. Peak records there go back to 2000 (18 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.96 ft, 9.0 ft below that record.

Drains 18 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,089 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
South Saluda River near Cleveland, SC	No flooding	1.96 ft	9 ft	61 min ago
South Saluda River near Rocky Bottom, SC	No flood stage defined	0.80 ft	—	61 min ago

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.