Catawba River above Rock Hill
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in York County, South Carolina on the Catawba River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02146000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
30 ft
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
AREAS BETWEEN THE RIVER AND RIVERSIDE DRIVE AND ALONG PUMP STATION ROAD WILL BE FLOODED.
14 ft
BUILDINGS AND PARKING LOTS WILL BE FLOODED ON HERRONS FERRY RD BELOW CHERRY RD/HWY 21
13 ft
RIVER WILL FLOOD PIEDMONT MEDICAL TRAIL AREA AND PARTS OF BRAKFIELD DRIVE AREA ON HERRONS FERRY ROAD.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 22, 1901 | 24.15 ft | 151,000 cfs |
| May 22, 1901 | 24.15 ft | 151,000 cfs |
| Sep 18, 1945 | 20.84 ft | 76,800 cfs |
| Sep 18, 1945 | 20.84 ft | 76,800 cfs |
| Dec 29, 1901 | 19.7 ft | 108,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Catawba River above Rock Hill?
The Catawba River above Rock Hill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02146000) 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 Catawba River above Rock Hill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Catawba River above Rock Hill is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Catawba River rises?
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Where is the Catawba River above Rock Hill gauge located?
The gauge is located in York County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.9847°N, 80.9742°W. USGS site number: 02146000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey