Waccamaw River Flow Today
As of October 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM, the Waccamaw River is flowing at 167 cfs near Longs, SC — 22% of normal for the date and up 503% in 24 hours. 2 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 2.5 to 167 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Waccamaw 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 Longs, the Waccamaw River is running 167 cfs — 22% of normal, up 503% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 11% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Longs (+503%).
How the Waccamaw 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
- Longs39 ft 167 cfs22%
- Freeland27 ft 2.5 cfs1%
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 Waccamaw River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (11%).
Waccamaw River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Waccamaw River At Conway Marina At Conway SC
Last reported Mar 5 · USGS 02110704 |
2,260 cfs | · | · | 7.96 ft | flood 11.0 ft | 42 ft |
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Waccamaw River Near Longs SC
Oct 5, 4:00 AM · USGS 02110500 |
167 cfs | 22% | +503% | 2.91 ft | · | 39 ft |
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Waccamaw River At Freeland NC
Oct 5, 3:15 AM · USGS 02109500 |
2.5 cfs | 1% | +14% | 1.69 ft | · | 27 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 Waccamaw River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Waccamaw River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
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.
Fishing near the Waccamaw River
About the Waccamaw River
How is the Waccamaw River flowing right now?
As of October 5, 2026, the Waccamaw River is flowing at 167 cfs near Longs, SC, about 22% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 2.5 to 167 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Waccamaw River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Waccamaw River is at 11% 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 Waccamaw River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Conway (11.0 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.