Ogeechee River near Rocky Ford
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 12.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 13.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 18.0 ft; major flooding begins at 23.0 ft.
| Action stage | 12.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 18.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 23.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 14.2 ft on Aug 8, 2024 (historic crest)
- 13.9 ft on Mar 23, 2003 (historic crest)
- 13.9 ft on Feb 22, 2020 (historic crest)
- 13.4 ft on Oct 2, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | the Rocky Ford boat ramp at the bridge on Rocky Ford Road is unusable. Agricultural lands along the river flood. |
|---|---|
| 18.0 ft | several homes on the south side of Rocky Ford will be flooded. |
| 23.0 ft | water covers Rocky Ford Road near the bridge. Several homes on the south side of Rocky Ford are flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS North Charleston · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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