-120.0 cfs (-3.59%) since yesterday
88.22% of Normal
•
3 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Waccamaw River
was last observed at
3,220
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
6,387
acre-ft of water today; about 88%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,650 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-09-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at
126,300 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Waccamaw River Near Longs
reporting a streamflow rate of 3,220 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Waccamaw River At Freeland
with a gauge stage of 13.47 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Waccamaw River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 42 ft, the
Waccamaw River At Conway Marina At Conway.
Last Updated
2024-10-09
Streamflow
3,220.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
88.22%
Maximum
126,300.0 cfs
2018-09-22
About the waccamaw river
The Waccamaw River is a blackwater river that runs for 140 miles from North Carolina to South Carolina, eventually empties into the Atlantic Ocean. The river's name comes from the Waccamaw Native American tribe, who once lived in the area. The river's hydrology is affected by tidal influence, with a saltwater wedge that extends upriver during high tide. The river is home to several reservoirs, including the Waccamaw, Conway, and Pee Dee reservoirs, which help to control flooding and provide water for municipal and agricultural use. The river is also a popular destination for recreational activities, such as boating, fishing, and kayaking. Agriculture, especially the production of rice, has played a significant role in the Waccamaw River's history and development.
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