Major Flood
15 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
major flooding occurs as the entire flood plain is inundated from Holly Ridge to Highway 17. Extensive damage occurs to homes and cabins throughout this area and most river access roads are impassable. Flooding will also impede travel as portions of major roadways are closed to traffic including Parkers Ferry Road, Camp Buddy Road, and Wire Road.
14.2 ft
numerous homes along Happiness Lane are flooded. Water covers most of Hideaway Lane.
13 ft
some homes near the end of Happiness Lane are flooded. Most homes and cabins along the river between Holly Ridge and Norman Landing are accessible only by boat. Flooding will also impact portions of Parkers Ferry Road.
12.5 ft
lower portions of Hideaway Lane flood. Water also covers the driveways in the Harts Bluff community.
12 ft
most homes on Happiness Lane are accessible only by boat. Flooding also occurs along roadways south of Highway 17 Alternate including Martins Landing Road.
10 ft
water affects the ends of numerous river access roads including Happiness Lane, Canon Road, Cardinal Lane, Huckleberry Hill Lane, and Gator Walk.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 1925 | 17.5 ft | 24,900 cfs |
| Sep 20, 1945 | 17.28 ft | 24,300 cfs |
| Aug 10, 2024 | 17.21 ft | 37,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GIVS1
River
Edisto River
County
Dorchester, SC
Coordinates
33.0279°N, 80.3915°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Edisto River near Givhans Ferry?
The Edisto River near Givhans Ferry gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02175000) 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 Givhans Ferry?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Edisto River near Givhans Ferry is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Edisto River rises?
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Where is the Edisto River near Givhans Ferry gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dorchester County, South Carolina at coordinates 33.0279°N, 80.3915°W. USGS site number: 02175000. 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.