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SOUTH CAROLINA FLOW REPORT

April 17 2025
       

Streamflow levels across South Carolina are currently 62.0% of normal, with the Santee River Nr Jamestown reporting the highest discharge in the state with 10900cfs and gauge stage of 7.45 ft. Meanwhile, the Lynches River At Effingham is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 8.27% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 969cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville, currently reporting a stage of 56.24ft. The South Fork Edisto River Near Cope in the South Fork Edisto watershed is surging for this time of year at 927cfs, about 18.95% of normal.

South Carolina Flow History


South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters, receiving abundant rainfall throughout the year. The state's major surface flows include the Savannah River, Santee River, and Cooper River, which all flow into the Atlantic Ocean. There are several major reservoirs and dams in the state, including the Lake Marion, Lake Murray, and Lake Moultrie. The state's hydrology is heavily influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, as well as by the Appalachian Mountains in the western part of the state. Snowpack is generally limited in South Carolina, and the state's watershed is primarily influenced by rainfall and runoff. Major tributaries of the state's major rivers include the Broad River, Edisto River, and Pee Dee River.

Streamflow Distribution

Rafting & Kayaking

River Run Segments