Pacolet River near Fingerville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 20.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 25.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 30.0 ft; major flooding begins at 35.0 ft.
| Action stage | 20.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 25.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 30.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 35.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 46.0 ft on Jun 1, 1903 (historic crest)
- 22.4 ft on Aug 14, 1940 (historic crest)
- 17.6 ft on Oct 5, 1964 (historic crest)
- 15.6 ft on Aug 27, 1995 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 1.8 ft | 1.75 IN 3 HOURS WILL TAKE THE RIVER UP FROM 7.5 TO 9.7 FT |
|---|---|
| 25.0 ft | STAGE AT WHICH ROAD MAY BEGIN TO FLOOD AND BACKWATER EFFECTS WILL OCURR TO THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT AT THE SOUTH PACOLET RIVER RESERVOIR. |
| 38.0 ft | APPROX HEIGHT OF BASE OF PEACHTREE RD BRIDGE. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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