Major Flood
30 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
25 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
APPROACHES TO ROAD WILL BE FLOODED
8.5 ft
RIVER STARTS TO OVER FLOW BANKS INTO FARMLAND AND WOODED SWAMPY AREAS.
1.3 ft
1.30 INCH BASIN AVERAGE WILL CAUSE RIVER TO RISE ARD 2.5 FT
0.6 ft
O.60 INCH IN 3 HOURS (AT HONS1 AND PREVIOUS RAINFALL THE DAY BEFORE) RIVER ROSE 2FT
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 1998 | 17.7 ft | 6,260 cfs |
| Aug 27, 1995 | 16.63 ft | 5,100 cfs |
| Sep 26, 2004 | 16.61 ft | 5,080 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STRS1
River
Rocky River SC
County
Anderson, SC
Coordinates
34.3831°N, 82.5775°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rocky River SC near Starr?
The Rocky River SC near Starr gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02187910) 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 Rocky River SC near Starr?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rocky River SC near Starr is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rocky River SC rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Rocky River SC near Starr 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 Rocky River SC near Starr gauge located?
The gauge is located in Anderson County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.3831°N, 82.5775°W. USGS site number: 02187910. 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