Broad River (GA) at Washington Hwy (GA 17) 3 S Fortsonia
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 19.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 21.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 27.0 ft; major flooding begins at 36.0 ft.
| Action stage | 19.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 21.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 27.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 36.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 34.8 ft on Oct 2, 1929 (historic crest)
- 30.5 ft on Oct 2, 1989 (historic crest)
- 30.3 ft on Nov 29, 1948 (historic crest)
- 29.5 ft on Mar 6, 1929 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 19.0 ft | Action Stage. Boat ramp at GA 17 bridge is nearly submerged by Broad River. Broad River is exceeding bankfull in some locations along a 5-mile reach up- and downstream from the streamgauge and beginning to flood adjacent wooded areas and farmland. |
|---|---|
| 21.0 ft | Minor Flood Stage. Parking area at the GA 17 boat ramp access point is submerged by approximately 1 foot of water. |
| 27.0 ft | Moderate Flood Stage. The GA 17 boat ramp access parking area is submerged by at least 6 feet of water. Several feet of water is likely flooding farmland and wooded areas along a 5-mile reach up- and downstream from the streamgauge and beginning to flood adjacent wooded areas and farmland. |
| 35.0 ft | Major Flood Stage. Broad River is at the junction of the GA 17 bridge beams and pier caps. Bridge closure is imminent or already occurring. The GA 17 boat ramp access parking area is submerged by at least 12-15 feet of water. Several feet of water is likely flooding farmland and wooded areas along a 5-mile reach up- and downstream from the streamgauge site. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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