Broad River in NC/SC at NINETY NINE ISLANDS
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cherokee County, South Carolina on the Broad River in NC/SC. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: NNIS1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
118 ft
Moderate Flood
112 ft
Minor Flood
108 ft
Action Stage
104 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
121.5 ft
A FEW HOMES ALONG THE SHORLINE WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
111.9 ft
HIGHWAY SR 211 BRIDGE WILL LIKELLLY NEED TO BE SHUT DOWN. HIGH WATER WILL OCCUR ON KINGS BRANCH AND GUYMORE CREEK DUE TO BACKWATER EFFECTS.
105 ft
CHEROKEE FORD COMPLEX ACCESS ROAD WILL LIKELY BE FLOODED DUE TO BACKWATER AFFECTS ON PEOPLES CREEK FROM HIGH LEVELS ON BROAD RIVER UPSTREAM OF THE DAM. BOAT LANDING BELOW THE DAM WILL LIKELY BE FLOODED.
104 ft
A SMALL PART OF NINETY 9 FERRY ROAD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD. FARM LAND ALONG THE RIVER WILL BE FLOODED. FLS NEEDED.
102.5 ft
WATER MAY BEGIN TO FLOOD FARMLAND.
101 ft
NO HOMES OR OTHER FLOODING AT THIS POINT.
100 ft
FULL POOL NO REAL FLOODING AT THIS POINT.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 2004 | 107.26 ft | — |
| Sep 7, 2004 | 107.26 ft | — |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 107.12 ft | — |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 107.12 ft | — |
| Oct 12, 1991 | 106.9 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
NNIS1
River
Broad River in NC/SC
County
Cherokee, SC
Coordinates
35.0317°N, 81.4936°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Broad River in NC/SC at NINETY NINE ISLANDS?
The Broad River in NC/SC at NINETY NINE ISLANDS gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Broad River in NC/SC at NINETY NINE ISLANDS?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Broad River in NC/SC at NINETY NINE ISLANDS is 108 feet. Action stage begins at 104 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 112 feet, and major flooding at 118 feet.
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Where is the Broad River in NC/SC at NINETY NINE ISLANDS gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, South Carolina at coordinates 35.0317°N, 81.4936°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.