Major Flood
35 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
30 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
38 ft
APPROX HEIGHT OF BASE OF PEACHTREE RD BRIDGE.
25 ft
STAGE AT WHICH ROAD MAY BEGIN TO FLOOD AND BACKWATER EFFECTS WILL OCURR TO THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT AT THE SOUTH PACOLET RIVER RESERVOIR.
1.75 ft
1.75 IN 3 HOURS WILL TAKE THE RIVER UP FROM 7.5 TO 9.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 1903 | 46 ft | — |
| Aug 13, 1940 | 22.443 ft | 22,800 cfs |
| Oct 4, 1964 | 17.65 ft | 16,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PCRS1
River
Pacolet River
County
Spartanburg, SC
Coordinates
35.1098°N, 81.9596°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pacolet River near Fingerville?
The Pacolet River near Fingerville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02155500) 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 Pacolet River near Fingerville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pacolet River near Fingerville is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pacolet River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Pacolet River near Fingerville 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 Pacolet River near Fingerville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Spartanburg County, South Carolina at coordinates 35.1098°N, 81.9596°W. USGS site number: 02155500. 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