Savannah River at Burton's Ferry
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 14.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 20.0 ft; major flooding begins at 25.0 ft.
| Action stage | 14.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 25.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 30.8 ft on Oct 1, 1929 (historic crest)
- 27.0 ft on Aug 18, 1940 (historic crest)
- 24.9 ft on Dec 3, 1948 (historic crest)
- 23.4 ft on Mar 26, 1944 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 15.0 ft | flooding of some adjacent agricultural lands occurs. Most boat ramps along the river are unusable. |
|---|---|
| 18.2 ft | the picnic area at Stoney Bluff Landing becomes flooded. Access to the house at the end of Stoney Bluff Landing Road is limited. |
Forecast office: NWS North Charleston · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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