Stevens Creek near Modoc
South Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Edgefield County, South Carolina on the Stevens Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02196000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
35 ft
Moderate Flood
29 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
54.5 ft
The bridge at US Highway 23 becomes flooded and traffic must be rerouted.
41 ft
Extensive farmland and bottomland along Stevens Creek near Modoc and Clarks Hill become flooded.
35 ft
Briggs Road threatened by flood water.
28 ft
The Garrett Road bridge over Stevens Creek below Clarks Hill will flood.
26 ft
Low lying and flood prone areas near Martintown Road become flooded. Residents along Stevens Creek in the Riverhills subdivision should take precautions to protect life and property from flood waters.
19 ft
Farmland along Stevens Creek above the US Highway 23 bridge near Modoc becomes flooded.
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 28, 2024 | 43.27 ft | 39,777 cfs |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 43.27 ft | 39,777 cfs |
| Aug 13, 1940 | 41.08 ft | — |
| Aug 13, 1940 | 41.08 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 1964 | 38.89 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MODS1
River
Stevens Creek
County
Edgefield, SC
Coordinates
33.7292°N, 82.1819°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stevens Creek near Modoc?
The Stevens Creek near Modoc gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02196000) 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 Stevens Creek near Modoc?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stevens Creek near Modoc is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stevens Creek rises?
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Where is the Stevens Creek near Modoc gauge located?
The gauge is located in Edgefield County, South Carolina at coordinates 33.7292°N, 82.1819°W. USGS site number: 02196000. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.