Saluda River Flow Today
As of October 10, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the Saluda River is flowing at 1,010 cfs near Columbia, SC — 101% of normal for the date and up 1% in 24 hours. 6 of 6 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 181 to 1,010 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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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 Columbia, the Saluda River is running 1,010 cfs — 101% of normal, up 1% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 6 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 85% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Greenville (+216%) and Williamston (+93%).
Highest against normal: Greenville at 135%. Lowest: Ware Shoals at 54%.
How the 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
- Greenville830 ft 348 cfs135%
- Williamston677 ft 274 cfs76%
- Ware Shoals443 ft 181 cfs54%
- Chappells375 ft 373 cfs73%
- Columbia180 ft 907 cfs95%
- Columbia177 ft 1,010 cfs101%
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 Saluda River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (85%).
Saluda River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saluda River Near Greenville SC
Oct 10, 2:45 AM · USGS 02162500 |
348 cfs | 135% | +216% | 3.03 ft | 6.5 ft below | 830 ft |
|
Saluda River Near Williamston SC
Oct 10, 2:45 AM · USGS 02163001 |
274 cfs | 76% | +93% | 3.68 ft | 18.3 ft below | 677 ft |
|
Saluda River Near Ware Shoals SC
Oct 10, 3:15 AM · USGS 02163500 |
181 cfs | 54% | -2% | 1.89 ft | 40.1 ft below | 443 ft |
|
Saluda River At Chappells SC
Oct 10, 3:15 AM · USGS 02167000 |
373 cfs | 73% | -6% | 1.73 ft | 12.3 ft below | 375 ft |
|
Saluda River Near Columbia SC
Oct 10, 3:00 AM · USGS 02169000 |
907 cfs | 95% | +3% | 2.47 ft | · | 180 ft |
|
Saluda River Below Lake Murray Dam Near Columbia SC
Oct 10, 3:30 AM · USGS 02168504 |
1,010 cfs | 101% | +1% | 4.21 ft | · | 177 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 Saluda River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Saluda River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Saluda River
The Saluda River is a major waterway in South Carolina, starting in the Blue Ridge Mountains and flowing 200 miles to the Atlantic Ocean. The river has played an important role in the history of the state, serving as a transportation route for settlers and later powering textile mills. The hydrology of the river has been dramatically altered by the construction of several reservoirs and dams, including Lake Murray, which is the largest man-made lake in the state. These reservoirs serve as important sources of drinking water and hydroelectric power. The Saluda River is also a popular destination for outdoor recreation, with opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking along its banks. Additionally, the river supports local agriculture by providing irrigation water to nearby farms.
Fishing near the Saluda River
About the Saluda River
How is the Saluda River flowing right now?
As of October 10, 2026, the Saluda River is flowing at 1,010 cfs near Columbia, SC, about 101% of normal for the date. Across its 6 USGS gauges, current flows range from 181 to 1,010 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Saluda River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Saluda River is at 85% 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 Saluda River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Greenville (9.5 ft), Williamston (22.0 ft), Ware Shoals (42.0 ft), Chappells (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.