Broad River in NC/SC near CHEROKEE FALLS
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 33.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 45.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 50.0 ft; major flooding begins at 59.0 ft.
| Action stage | 33.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 45.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 50.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 59.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 44.8 ft on Sep 29, 2024 (historic crest)
- 42.4 ft on Feb 7, 2020 (historic crest)
- 40.4 ft on Sep 9, 2004 (historic crest)
- 38.2 ft on Mar 21, 2003 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 29.0 ft | NORMAL FLOW IN RIVER BELOW THE DAM. |
|---|---|
| 35.0 ft | BANKFULL STAGE. DAMS DOWNSTREAM WILL HAVE PROBLEMS. RAFTERS WILL ALSO BE IN DANGER OF FLOODING. |
| 45.0 ft | BUILDINGS AND ROADS BEGIN TO FLOOD. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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