Salkehatchie River near Miley
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 5.9 ft on Aug 9, 2024 (historic crest)
- 5.8 ft on Oct 10, 1992 (historic crest)
- 5.7 ft on Sep 4, 2016 (historic crest)
- 5.5 ft on Nov 9, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | At 9 feet water will be at the bottom of the bridge on Barnes Road. Water will also flow over the top of the railroad bridge just upstream of Barnes Road. |
|---|---|
| 11.0 ft | At 11 feet water will be at the bottom of the Highway 601 bridge and will also reach the roadway at Barnes Road. |
| 12.5 ft | At 12.5 feet the boat ramp at the Highway 601 bridge will be inaccessible and water will be at the bottom of the Highway 63 bridge. |
| 14.0 ft | At 14 feet water will top the bridges on Highway 601 and Barnes Road. Water will also impact the roadway on the Highway 63 bridge. |
| 17.0 ft | At 17 feet water will top the Highway 63 bridge. |
Forecast office: NWS North Charleston · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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