Lake Murray
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 359.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 360.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 363.0 ft; major flooding begins at 365.0 ft.
| Action stage | 359.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 360.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 363.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 365.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 359.9 ft on Jan 1, 2016 (historic crest)
- 359.6 ft on Oct 7, 2015 (historic crest)
- 359.2 ft on Oct 1, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 360.0 ft | Flood stage - water begins flooding docks along the shoreline of Lake Murray. |
|---|---|
| 363.0 ft | Roads nearest Lake Murray flood and homes nearest the lake are threatened by flood water. |
| 365.0 ft | Homes nearest the lake flood and roads nearest the lake are covered by 2 feet of water. |
| 370.0 ft | Homes and other structures at higher elevations flood. Some peninsulas become islands. |
Forecast office: NWS West Columbia · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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