Saluda River at Saluda Lake Dam
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 101.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 103.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 105.0 ft; major flooding begins at 106.0 ft.
| Action stage | 101.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 103.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 105.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 106.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 104.0 ft on Feb 7, 2020 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 101.5 ft | AT THIS LEVEL SALUDA LAKE LANDING WILL BEGIN TO FLOODED. FLS NEEDED |
|---|---|
| 102.0 ft | 2 FT OF WATER WILL BE GOING OVER DAM. FLOODING DOWNSTREAM WILL BE LIKELY. SALUDA LAKE LANDING WILL BE FLOODED INTO THE PARKING LOT. |
| 103.0 ft | FLASH BOARDS WILL LIKELY GIVE WAY AND FLOODING DOWNSTREAM WILL OCCURR. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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