Major Flood
30 ft
Current Water Level
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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
28 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
RIVER OVERTOPS BRIDGE ON GROCE ROAD.
25 ft
LYMAN WASTE TREATMENT PLANT WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
24 ft
SPRINGFIELD TYGER RIVER COMPLEX UPSTREAM ABOVE DAM WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
3.5 ft
3.5 INCH IN 6 HOURS CAUSED A 2 FT RISE HERE... IN DROUGHT
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2005 | 7.2 ft | 1,800 cfs |
| Sep 7, 2004 | 6.85 ft | 1,800 cfs |
| Mar 19, 2003 | 6.56 ft | 1,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MTLS1
River
Middle Tyger River
County
Spartanburg, SC
Coordinates
34.9400°N, 82.1236°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Middle Tyger River near Lyman?
The Middle Tyger River near Lyman gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02157510) 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 Middle Tyger River near Lyman?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Middle Tyger River near Lyman is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Middle Tyger River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Middle Tyger River near Lyman 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 Middle Tyger River near Lyman gauge located?
The gauge is located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.9400°N, 82.1236°W. USGS site number: 02157510. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Middle Tyger River near Gramling
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey