Edisto River near Branchville
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Orangeburg County, South Carolina on the Edisto River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02174000, 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
12 ft
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Extensive flooding from about Embree downstream to Cat Hole. Nearly all secondary roads leading to the river banks will be flooded, with many becoming inaccessible. Most homes along the river become isolated and non-elevated homes will experience flood damage.
10 ft
A large area from Embree downstream to about Cat Hole will become flooded. Multiple secondary roads to residential locations along the river become flooded, including Hope Rd and Whaley Ct. Some may become impassable.
8.5 ft
Swamp lands along the Edisto River start to become inundated from near Embree to around Cat Hole. Minor flooding will begin impacting unpaved secondary and tertiary roads near the river.
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 9, 2024 | 14.09 ft | — |
| Nov 9, 2024 | 14.09 ft | — |
| Sep 2, 1964 | 11.44 ft | 14,600 cfs |
| Sep 2, 1964 | 11.44 ft | 14,600 cfs |
| Aug 9, 2024 | 10.64 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EBRS1
River
Edisto River
County
Orangeburg, SC
Coordinates
33.1775°N, 80.8024°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Edisto River near Branchville?
The Edisto River near Branchville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02174000) 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 near Branchville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Edisto River near Branchville is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Edisto River rises?
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Where is the Edisto River near Branchville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Orangeburg County, South Carolina at coordinates 33.1775°N, 80.8024°W. USGS site number: 02174000. 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.