Major Flood
24 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
ONE HOME NEAR THE HIGHWAY 29 BRIDGE WILL BE FLOODED.
20 ft
OUTBUILDINGS NEAR A HOME AT THE HIGHWAY 29 BRIDGE WILL BE FLOODED.
16 ft
PARTS OF RIVER AND LITTLE HOPE ROADS WILL BE FLOODED NORTH AND SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 29.
14 ft
MINOR FLOODING OF FARMLAND WILL BEGIN. AREAS ALONG BUFFALO CREEK WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD DUE TO BACKWATER EFFECTS.
13 ft
BANKFULL STAGE.
3 ft
3 INCHES IN 2 HOURS ACROSS CLEVELAND COUNTY RESULTED IN A 4 FT RISE IN RIVER LEVEL.
2 ft
2 .0 IN 1.5 HOURS IN AREA CAUSED A 8 FT RISE ON THE RIVER HERE AND AT BLACKSBURG GAGE.
1.5 ft
1.50 IN ONE HOUR DID NOT CAUSE FLOODING IN GAFFNEY. WATER FLOWS INTO 99 ISLAND LAKE.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1940 | 19.8 ft | 119,000 cfs |
| Oct 9, 1976 | 17.2 ft | 84,900 cfs |
| May 6, 2013 | 16.76 ft | 79,331 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BRGS1
River
Broad River in NC/SC
County
Cherokee, SC
Coordinates
35.0890°N, 81.5720°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Broad River in NC/SC near Gaffney?
The Broad River in NC/SC near Gaffney gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02153500) 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 near Gaffney?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Broad River in NC/SC near Gaffney is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Broad River in NC/SC rises?
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Where is the Broad River in NC/SC near Gaffney gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, South Carolina at coordinates 35.0890°N, 81.5720°W. USGS site number: 02153500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Upstream: Broad River at Shelby Hwy (SC 18), 4 W Blacksburg
Downstream: Broad River in NC/SC near CHEROKEE FALLS
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey