Lynches River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Lynches River is flowing at 358 cfs at Effingham, SC — 114% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 204 to 358 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Lynches River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Effingham, the Lynches River is running 358 cfs — 114% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 98% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Bishopville (-29%).
How the Lynches River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Bishopville162 ft 204 cfs82%
- Effingham94 ft 358 cfs114%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Lynches River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (98%).
Lynches River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lynches River Near Bishopville SC
Oct 9, 3:00 AM · USGS 02131500 |
204 cfs | 82% | -29% | 5.19 ft | · | 162 ft |
|
Lynches River At Effingham SC
Oct 9, 3:00 AM · USGS 02132000 |
358 cfs | 114% | · | 3.36 ft | 10.6 ft below | 94 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Lynches River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Lynches River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Lynches River
The Lynches River is a 140-mile-long river that flows through the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. It has played an important role in the area's history, with Native Americans using it for transportation, food, and water. The river was also used by European settlers for transportation and trade. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational purposes such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Lake Prestwood Dam, which provides the city of Florence with drinking water. The river also supports agricultural activities in the area, including irrigation for crops such as cotton and soybeans. Despite some pollution concerns, the Lynches River remains an important resource for the region.
Fishing near the Lynches River
About the Lynches River
How is the Lynches River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the Lynches River is flowing at 358 cfs at Effingham, SC, about 114% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 204 to 358 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Lynches River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Lynches River is at 98% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Lynches River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Effingham (14.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.