North Pacolet River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the North Pacolet River is flowing at 77 cfs at Fingerville, SC — 81% of normal for the date and down 9% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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North Pacolet 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 Fingerville, the North Pacolet River is running 77 cfs — 81% of normal, down 9% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 81% of normal).
How the North Pacolet 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
- Fingerville814 ft 77 cfs81%
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 North Pacolet River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (81%).
North Pacolet River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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North Pacolet River At Fingerville SC
Oct 9, 3:15 AM · USGS 02154500 |
77 cfs | 81% | -9% | 3.09 ft | 14.9 ft below | 814 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.
North Pacolet 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).
North Pacolet River
The North Pacolet River is a 29.7-mile-long river in North and South Carolina. The river originates in North Carolina and flows southeastward into South Carolina, where it eventually joins the South Pacolet River to form the Tyger River. The North Pacolet River has a rich history, having been used by Native Americans for fishing and transportation. Today, the river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including Lake Bowen Dam and Lake Blalock Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and recreational opportunities. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, with many farms located along its banks. Recreational activities on the river include fishing, boating, and swimming, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Fishing near the North Pacolet River
About the North Pacolet River
How is the North Pacolet River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the North Pacolet River is flowing at 77 cfs at Fingerville, SC, about 81% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the North Pacolet River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the North Pacolet River is at 81% 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 North Pacolet River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Fingerville (18.0 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.