Saluda River at Saluda Lake Dam
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Greenville County, South Carolina on the Saluda River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SALS1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
106 ft
Moderate Flood
105 ft
Minor Flood
103 ft
Action Stage
101.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
103 ft
FLASH BOARDS WILL LIKELY GIVE WAY AND FLOODING DOWNSTREAM WILL OCCURR.
102 ft
2 FT OF WATER WILL BE GOING OVER DAM. FLOODING DOWNSTREAM WILL BE LIKELY. SALUDA LAKE LANDING WILL BE FLOODED INTO THE PARKING LOT.
101.5 ft
AT THIS LEVEL SALUDA LAKE LANDING WILL BEGIN TO FLOODED. FLS NEEDED
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2020 | 104.05 ft | — |
| Feb 6, 2020 | 104.05 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SALS1
River
Saluda River
County
Greenville, SC
Coordinates
34.8522°N, 82.4839°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Saluda River at Saluda Lake Dam?
The Saluda River at Saluda Lake Dam gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Saluda River at Saluda Lake Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Saluda River at Saluda Lake Dam is 103 feet. Action stage begins at 101.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 105 feet, and major flooding at 106 feet.
How do I get alerts when Saluda River rises?
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Where is the Saluda River at Saluda Lake Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greenville County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.8522°N, 82.4839°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.