Major Flood
110 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: JCSS1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
105 ft
Minor Flood
102 ft
Action Stage
100 ft
What Floods at Each Level
114.5 ft
FLOODING ALONG SHORELINE WILL BEGIN. BRIDGES THAT WILL LIKELY BE CLOSED ARE HIGHWAY 11 EAST OF SALEM. HIGHWAYS 183, US 76, SR 37 AND 27.
105 ft
MODERATE FLOODING
102 ft
FLOOD STAGE ... LEVEL AT WHICH SOME DOCKS...STRUCTURES AND BUSINESSES ALONG THE SHORELINE WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
100 ft
FULL POOL ELEVATION. SOME BACKWATER EFFECTS ALONG CANE, MCKINNEYS AND EASTATOE CREEKS.
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 16, 1994 | 100.82 ft | — |
| Jul 28, 1992 | 100.19 ft | — |
| Apr 22, 2003 | 100 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
JCSS1
River
Seneca River
County
Pickens, SC
Coordinates
34.9597°N, 82.9181°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Seneca River at Jocassee Dam?
The Seneca River at Jocassee 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 Seneca River at Jocassee Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Seneca River at Jocassee Dam is 102 feet. Action stage begins at 100 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 105 feet, and major flooding at 110 feet.
How do I get alerts when Seneca River rises?
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Where is the Seneca River at Jocassee Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pickens County, South Carolina at coordinates 34.9597°N, 82.9181°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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