Station Name: SALUDA RIVER BELOW LK MURRAY DAM NR COLUMBIA, SC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 194 feet

Nearest Address:
Old Rapids Road
Columbia, SC 29072
Lexington County

GPS Coordinates: 34.0509822, -81.2095418

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued January 31 at 1:29AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:30 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches expected. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 30 at 11:44AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 11:44 AM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South Carolina. * WHEN...From 7 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 31 at 1:32AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:32 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:45 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 1 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South Carolina. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 31 at 1:13PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:13 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills around 0 degrees expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South Carolina. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 31 at 1:16PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:16 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with loss of traction on roadways and low visibilities.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 31 at 2:06AM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 2:06 AM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on tree limbs and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Very gusty winds today could result in areas of blowing snow, causing very poor visibility.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Slow down and use caution while traveling. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 31 at 2:00AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 2:00 AM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero expected. * WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and western Piedmont of North Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended periods.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Extreme Cold Warning issued January 31 at 12:50PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 12:50 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 10:30 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero expected. * WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and western Piedmont of North Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended periods.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 31 at 12:47PM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 12:47 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 10:15 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 7 inches, with areas along and east of I-77 seeing the highest accumulations. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on tree limbs and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Very gusty winds today could result in areas of blowing snow, causing very poor visibility.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Slow down and use caution while traveling. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 31 at 1:29AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:30 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches expected. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 31 at 1:16PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Sat January 31, 2026, 1:16 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central Georgia and central South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions and low visibilities.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.