river · Kershaw, Richland, Sumter County

Wateree River

The river below Lake Wateree, winding through floodplain forest toward its confluence with the Congaree.

Good

Overall conditions

Conditions appear favorable based on available data.

● Updated recently

Activity outlook

fishing Good

Conditions appear favorable based on available data.

kayaking Good

Conditions appear favorable based on available data.

General visit Good

Conditions appear favorable based on available data.

Ratings summarize available conditions. They are not safety guarantees. Check official warnings before entering the water or trail.

Weather

Partly sunny
Temperature 82°F
Feels like 84°F
Wind 7 mph SW
Precipitation 20%
Sunrise 6:31 AM
Sunset 8:24 PM

Water observations

stable trend
Gage height 5.4 ft
Streamflow 4,120 ft³/s
Trend stable
Observation details
Coordinates
34.2427, -80.6543
USGS station
02148000
Observation time
7/30/2026, 2:44:48 AM

Practical notes

  • • Dam releases and upstream rainfall can affect levels.
  • • Floodplain access may become limited well before major flooding.