Middle Saluda River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Middle Saluda River is flowing at 20 cfs near Cleveland, SC — 72% of normal for the date and up 6% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Middle Saluda 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 Cleveland, the Middle Saluda River is running 20 cfs — 72% of normal, up 6% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 72% of normal).
How the Middle Saluda 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
- Cleveland1,103 ft 20 cfs72%
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 Middle Saluda River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (72%).
Middle Saluda River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
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Middle Saluda River Near Cleveland SC
Oct 9, 2:45 AM · USGS 02162350 |
20 cfs | 72% | +6% | 1.40 ft | 8.1 ft below | 1,103 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 Middle Saluda River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Middle Saluda River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Middle Saluda River
The Middle Saluda River is a 40-mile-long river located in South Carolina, USA. It is known for its beautiful waterfalls, diverse aquatic life, and recreational opportunities. The river originates in the mountains of Greenville County and flows through the Piedmont region before joining the Saluda River. The Middle Saluda River is a designated trout stream and is stocked with rainbow and brown trout. The river has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to prehistoric times. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including Lake Murray and Lake Greenwood, which provide water for agricultural and recreational uses. The Middle Saluda River is popular for activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking.
Fishing near the Middle Saluda River
About the Middle Saluda River
How is the Middle Saluda River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the Middle Saluda River is flowing at 20 cfs near Cleveland, SC, about 72% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Middle Saluda River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Middle Saluda River is at 72% 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 Middle Saluda River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Cleveland (9.5 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.