Station Name: CATAWBA RIVER AT GREAT FALLS, SC
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 358 feet

Nearest Address:
Tom G Mangum Bridge
Great Falls, SC 29720
Lancaster County

GPS Coordinates: 34.59805556, -80.8905556

Nearby Water Temperatures

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, 4:44 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 6:00 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.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 30 at 12:17PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Columbia SC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 5:17 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 12:15 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...A portion of north central South Carolina. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 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.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 30 at 11:46AM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 4:46 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 3:30 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 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. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Travel conditions could deteriorate rapidly as early as Friday evening. Very gusty winds on Saturday 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 30 at 11:37AM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 4:37 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 3:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero expected. * WHERE...Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina. * WHEN...From 7 PM Saturday 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 30 at 3:57PM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 8:57 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 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. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Travel conditions could deteriorate rapidly as early as Friday evening. Very gusty winds on Saturday 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 Watch issued January 30 at 2:48PM EST until February 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 7:48 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 10:15 AM

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills ranging from near zero to 9 degrees. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below possible. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday morning. * 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. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 30 at 2:48PM EST until February 1 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 7:48 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 10:15 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. * WHERE...The Piedmont and western Sandhills. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon until 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult or even impossible at times Saturday into Sunday.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 30 at 2:48PM EST until February 1 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Effective: Fri January 30, 2026, 7:48 PM
Expires: Sat January 31, 2026, 10:15 AM

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills ranging from near zero to 9 degrees. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below possible. * WHERE...All of central North Carolina. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday morning. * 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. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.