+246.0 cfs (+7.04%) since yesterday
26.91% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Santee River
was last observed at
3,740
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
7,418
acre-ft of water today; about 27%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
13,897 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2016-01-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at
166,900 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Santee River Nr Jamestown
reporting a streamflow rate of 2,890 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Santee River, with a gauge stage of
4.03 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Santee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 25 ft, the
Santee River Near Pineville.
Last Updated
2024-04-28
Streamflow
3,740.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
26.91%
Maximum
166,900.0 cfs
2016-01-05
About the santee river
The Santee River is a 143-mile-long blackwater river in South Carolina. The river has a rich history, having played a role in the American Revolution and the Civil War. It is the second-longest river in the state and flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The hydrology of the river is unique, as it is a blackwater river due to high levels of tannic acid in the water. The river is also known for its diverse fish population. Specific reservoirs and dams along the river include the Lake Marion Dam and Lake Moultrie Dam. These reservoirs are used for hydroelectric power generation and flood control. The river also has recreational uses, including fishing and boating, and is an important source of irrigation for agriculture in the surrounding areas.