Catawba River above Rock Hill
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 13.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 25.0 ft; major flooding begins at 30.0 ft.
| Action stage | 13.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 25.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 30.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 24.1 ft on May 23, 1901 (historic crest)
- 20.8 ft on Sep 19, 1945 (historic crest)
- 19.7 ft on Dec 30, 1901 (historic crest)
- 18.0 ft on Mar 20, 1899 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | RIVER WILL FLOOD PIEDMONT MEDICAL TRAIL AREA AND PARTS OF BRAKFIELD DRIVE AREA ON HERRONS FERRY ROAD. |
|---|---|
| 14.0 ft | BUILDINGS AND PARKING LOTS WILL BE FLOODED ON HERRONS FERRY RD BELOW CHERRY RD/HWY 21 |
| 22.0 ft | AREAS BETWEEN THE RIVER AND RIVERSIDE DRIVE AND ALONG PUMP STATION ROAD WILL BE FLOODED. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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