TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Wateree River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Wateree River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Wateree River is a 75-mile-long river flowing through South Carolina, United States. It is formed by the convergence of the Catawba and Wateree rivers and flows into Lake Marion. The river was an important transportation route during the colonial period, and later, it was used to power textile mills. The Wateree Hydroelectric Station was built in 1919, and the Lake Wateree Dam was constructed in 1920. The lake created by the dam is a popular recreational destination for boating, fishing, and camping. The river plays a significant role in agriculture, providing irrigation for crops such as cotton, corn, soybeans, and peanuts. The Wateree River is also home to a diverse range of aquatic species, including bass, catfish, and crappie.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Wateree River Nr. Camden
USGS 02148000 |
2460 cfs | 6.77 ft | -33.33 |
History of the River
The Wateree River, about 75 mi (120 km) long, is a tributary of the Santee River in central South Carolina in the United States, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean. Its name recalls the now-extinct Wateree Native Americans, who lived in the area until displaced by European settlers.