Santee River Flow Today
As of November 3, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the Santee River is flowing at 1,740 cfs near Jamestown, SC — 96% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 655 to 1,740 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Santee 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 Jamestown, the Santee River is running 1,740 cfs — 96% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 94% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 2 runs on the Santee River with a live range are in range, 2 too low.
How the Santee 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
- Pineville25 ft 655 cfs93%
- Jamestown2 ft 1,740 cfs96%
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 Santee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (94%).
Santee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Santee River Near Pineville SC
Nov 3, 2:15 AM · USGS 02171500 |
655 cfs | 93% | +1% | 2.25 ft | · | 25 ft |
|
Santee River Near Jamestown SC
Nov 3, 2:30 AM · USGS 02171700 |
1,740 cfs | 96% | · | 2.50 ft | 7.5 ft below | 2 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.
Paddle runs on the Santee River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headwaters To Highway 402 Gauge: Jamestown |
Too low | 1,740 cfs | 5,298–21,690 cfs typical | · |
| Lake Moultrie Outlet To Saltwater Gauge: Jamestown |
Too low | 1,740 cfs | 5,298–21,690 cfs typical | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Santee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Santee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Santee River
The Santee River is a 143-mile-long blackwater river in South Carolina. The river has a rich history, having played a role in the American Revolution and the Civil War. It is the second-longest river in the state and flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The hydrology of the river is unique, as it is a blackwater river due to high levels of tannic acid in the water. The river is also known for its diverse fish population. Specific reservoirs and dams along the river include the Lake Marion Dam and Lake Moultrie Dam. These reservoirs are used for hydroelectric power generation and flood control. The river also has recreational uses, including fishing and boating, and is an important source of irrigation for agriculture in the surrounding areas.
About the Santee River
How is the Santee River flowing right now?
As of November 3, 2026, the Santee River is flowing at 1,740 cfs near Jamestown, SC, about 96% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 655 to 1,740 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Santee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Santee River is at 94% 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 Santee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Jamestown (10.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Santee River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.