Enoree River at Whitmire
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Newberry County, South Carolina on the Enoree River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02160700, 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
32 ft
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
53 ft
The Highway 176 bridge becomes flooded. Traffic will have to be rerouted. Do not drive into flooded roadways.
43 ft
Utility buildings near the Highway 176 bridge become flooded.
32 ft
Flood water threatens to flood SC Highway 121 and US Highway 176 north of Whitmire.
28 ft
The Coleman Aughtry Road along the river becomes flooded. Do not drive into flooded roadways.
25 ft
River bottomland near and downstream from Whitmire become flooded.
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 27, 1995 | 37.32 ft | 31,200 cfs |
| Aug 27, 1995 | 37.32 ft | 31,200 cfs |
| Oct 9, 1976 | 32.58 ft | 19,700 cfs |
| Oct 9, 1976 | 32.58 ft | 19,700 cfs |
| Sep 29, 2024 | 32.43 ft | 17,390 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Enoree River at Whitmire?
The Enoree River at Whitmire gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02160700) 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 Enoree River at Whitmire?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Enoree River at Whitmire is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Enoree River rises?
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Where is the Enoree River at Whitmire gauge located?
The gauge is located in Newberry County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.5092°N, 81.5983°W. USGS site number: 02160700. 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.