Major Flood
18 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
HOMES BETWEEN RIDGE SPRINGS RD AND TABLE ROCK ROAD WILL BE AFFECTED.
9 ft
FLOOD STAGE RIDGE SPRINGS ROAD/ SALUDA HILL CHURCH ROAD WILL FLOOD.
7 ft
BANKFULL STAGE..
5 ft
5.0 HERE AND ARD 7 FT @SLTS1 WILL TAKE THE SALUDA LAKE UP TO FULL POOL.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 2004 | 9.58 ft | 3,720 cfs |
| Aug 6, 2013 | 8.21 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2003 | 6.25 ft | 1,270 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SSRS1
River
South Saluda River
County
Greenville, SC
Coordinates
35.0633°N, 82.6503°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Saluda River near Cleveland?
The South Saluda River near Cleveland gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02162290) 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 Saluda River near Cleveland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Saluda River near Cleveland is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Saluda River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Saluda River near Cleveland 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 South Saluda River near Cleveland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greenville County, South Carolina at coordinates 35.0633°N, 82.6503°W. USGS site number: 02162290. 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