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South Fork Edisto River near Cope
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Orangeburg County, South Carolina on the South Fork Edisto River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02173030, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

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Flood Stages

Action Stage

9 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

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Historic Crests

Date Stage Flow
Nov 7, 202412.64 ft
Nov 7, 202412.64 ft
May 4, 199810.86 ft7,610 cfs
May 4, 199810.86 ft7,610 cfs
Feb 18, 199510.78 ft6,500 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

02173030

NWS LID

COPS1

River

South Fork Edisto River

County

Orangeburg, SC

Coordinates

33.3589°N, 81.0597°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of South Fork Edisto River near Cope?

The South Fork Edisto River near Cope gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02173030) 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 South Fork Edisto River near Cope?

This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.

How do I get alerts when South Fork Edisto River rises?

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Where is the South Fork Edisto River near Cope gauge located?

The gauge is located in Orangeburg County, South Carolina at coordinates 33.3589°N, 81.0597°W. USGS site number: 02173030. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey