Station Name: WACCAMAW RIVER ABOVE CONWAY, SC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: -3 feet

Nearest Address:
Old Reaves Ferry Rd
Conway, SC 29526
Horry County

GPS Coordinates: 33.8508333, -78.8972222

Nearby Water Temperatures

Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 9:15PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Effective: Fri July 17, 2026, 9:15 PM
Expires: Sat July 18, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Strong South to North longshore current expected, mainly during the afternoon and evening. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected from North Myrtle Beach northward. * WHERE...Coastal Horry County. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore.

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.

Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 2:32PM EDT until July 19 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Effective: Sat July 18, 2026, 2:32 PM
Expires: Sun July 19, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Northeast South Carolina coastal waters out 20 NM. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.