Tyger River near Delta
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 28.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 30.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 33.0 ft; major flooding begins at 36.0 ft.
| Action stage | 28.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 30.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 33.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 36.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 26.3 ft on Oct 11, 1976 (historic crest)
- 24.0 ft on Oct 14, 1990 (historic crest)
- 23.3 ft on Aug 29, 1995 (historic crest)
- 20.4 ft on Mar 15, 1975 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 1.2 ft | 1.25 INCH IN 3 HOURS WILL TAKE RIVER TO 7.5 FT CREST USUALLY 12 HOURS FROM START. |
|---|---|
| 29.0 ft | APPROX HEIGHT OF THE BASE OF HWY 72/121 BRIDGE |
| 30.0 ft | APPROACHES TO BRIDGE ON HIGHWAY 72/121 WILL BE FLOODED. NOTHING ELSE IN AREA TO FLOOD. |
| 40.0 ft | HOMES WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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