Major Flood
40 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
38 ft
Minor Flood
30 ft
Action Stage
29 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
BRIDGE WHERE GAGE IS LOCATED WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD
10.3 ft
RIVER AT BANKFULL
2.5 ft
2.5 IN 12 HRS TOOK RIVER 6.5 FT
1 ft
ONE INCH IN ONE HOUR CAUSED THE RIVER TO RISE 3 FT TO A CREST OF 6 FT. ONE INCH IN 6 HOURS AT HONS1 (HONEA PATH IFLOWS GAGE) TOOK THE RIVER FROM 3.25 TO 4.79 FT.
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 13, 1940 | 29.6 ft | 20,800 cfs |
| Aug 26, 1995 | 26.46 ft | 14,800 cfs |
| Mar 31, 1973 | 23.6 ft | 10,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MTCS1
River
Little River
County
McCormick, SC
Coordinates
34.0714°N, 82.5008°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little River near Mt Carmel?
The Little River near Mt Carmel gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02192500) 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 Little River near Mt Carmel?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little River near Mt Carmel is 30 feet. Action stage begins at 29 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 38 feet, and major flooding at 40 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little River near Mt Carmel 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 Little River near Mt Carmel gauge located?
The gauge is located in McCormick County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.0714°N, 82.5008°W. USGS site number: 02192500. 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