First Broad River at Lawndale
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 18.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 26.0 ft; major flooding begins at 28.0 ft.
| Action stage | 18.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 26.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 28.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 23.9 ft on Feb 7, 2020 (historic crest)
- 18.8 ft on Jul 27, 2013 (historic crest)
- 16.3 ft on Jan 25, 2010 (historic crest)
- 16.2 ft on May 6, 2013 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 3.0 ft | 3 INCH AREA BELOW THIS SITE IN 2 HOURS DID NOT CAUSE FLOODING. AREA WHERE RAIN FELL IS MOSTLY FARM LAND. BROAD RIVER AT GAFFNEY DID RISE ABOUT 4.5 FT |
|---|---|
| 12.2 ft | BANKFULL STAGE. |
| 18.0 ft | AN OLD MILL THAT IS CLOSED WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD AND A DIRT ROAD NEAR OFF MAIN STREET WILL FLOOD. |
| 20.0 ft | MAIN STREET BRIDGE BEGINS TO FLOOD. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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