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Hammond Branch

River

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Burke, GA; Columbia, GA; Lincoln, GA; McDuffie, GA; Richmond, GA; Aiken, SC; Bamberg, SC and other areas.
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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 02130900, as of Aug 21, 10:45 AM UTC
  • A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Burke, GA; Columbia, GA; Lincoln, GA; McDuffie, GA; Richmond, GA; Aiken, SC; Bamberg, SC and other areas. NWS Columbia SC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
24 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.79 ft
water level

No official beach-advisory feed for South Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BLACK CREEK NEAR MCBEE, SC (9.6 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:45 AM UTC.

Weather at Hammond Branch

H: 95° L: 74°
Sunny
Sunny
93°
|
Feels like 103°
Precipitation
69%
Humidity
52%
Wind
10 mph
UV Index
4.1
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
80°
3 AM
Clear
77°
6 AM
Clear
75°
9 AM
Sunny
79°
12 PM
Sunny
94°
3 PM
Sunny
94°
6 PM
Cloudy
93°
9 PM
Overcast
80°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hammond Branch?
Hammond Branch is a river in South Carolina.
Can you swim at Hammond Branch?
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.

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🌊 Rivers & Streams Tips:
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  • Wear life jackets when on the water
  • Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • Respect private property along riverbanks
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Location & Contact

South Carolina

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