Major Flood
22 ft
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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
20 ft
Minor Flood
18.5 ft
Action Stage
17.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Extensive major flooding will inundate the entire stretch of the Edisto River from around Cat Hole downstream to below Canadys. Nearly all river access roads will be likely be flooded and impassable, and most homes along the river will likely only be accessible by boat. Any non-elevated homes near the river will experience damaging flooding as well. Also, Sidneys Road near the gage location will likely be flooded and closed.
20 ft
Flood waters from the Edisto River will impact a large area from around Cat Hole downstream to below Canadys. Nearly all river access roads will be impacted, with several roads likely impassable and inundated with 1 to 2 feet of water. Impacted roads will include Biscayne Court, Salcro Lane, Serenity Bluff Lane, Sandy Landing Lane, Cannon Road, Hobbie Lane, Deep River Road, Badger Lane, Blackwater Trail, Deepwater Trail, River Rest Lane, Ron Court, and Rio Vista Lane.
18.5 ft
Minor flooding will impact areas along the Edisto River from around Cat Hole to below Canadys. Weeks Landing at Highway 15 will flood and become inaccessible. Water will impact several roads along the river including Sandy Landing Lane, Blackwater Trail, and Deepwater Trail.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2024 | 23.91 ft | — |
| Aug 9, 2024 | 23.05 ft | — |
| Mar 11, 2024 | 19.95 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CERS1
River
Edisto River
County
Dorchester, SC
Coordinates
33.0617°N, 80.5244°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Edisto River below Canadys?
The Edisto River below Canadys gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02174055) 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 Edisto River below Canadys?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Edisto River below Canadys is 18.5 feet. Action stage begins at 17.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Edisto River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Edisto River below Canadys to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Edisto River below Canadys gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dorchester County, South Carolina at coordinates 33.0617°N, 80.5244°W. USGS site number: 02174055. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.