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Lake Greenwood conditions today

Lake Greenwood, South Carolina
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Water level

438.13ft

Down 0.18 ft this week

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Wind and gusts0 to 30+ ktScoreGood, caution, stay ashoreNightBest windowArrows point where the wind blows to.

Outlook. Monday: NE wind 0 to 5 kt, gusts to 10 kt, high near 71°F. Tuesday: NE wind 1 to 3 kt, gusts to 7 kt, high near 74°F.

7-day wind forecast

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Water level

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438.13ft NAVD88

-0.18 ft in 7 days
Sep 25Oct 10Oct 25

Reading from Oct 26, 2026.

Lake Greenwood was at 438.13 ft on October 26, falling 0.18 ft over the past week.

Lake facts

Type
Reservoir
State
South Carolina
County
Greenwood County
Surface area
10,363 acres
Elevation
440 ft
USGS gauge
02166500, Lake Greenwood near Chappells, SC
Coordinates
34.2288° N, 81.9778° W

Background reading: Lake Greenwood on Wikipedia

About Lake Greenwood

Lake Greenwood covers about 10,363 acres in Greenwood County, South Carolina and is classed as a reservoir. The water surface sits about 440 ft above sea level.

Water level on this page comes from USGS gauge 02166500 (Lake Greenwood near Chappells, SC), about 6 mi from the middle of the lake. Wind, gusts and rain come from the National Weather Service forecast grid that covers the water.

With this much open water, waves build quickly when the wind lines up with the long axis of the lake. Pick a launch on the upwind shore on breezy days and the ride home is easier. Reservoir levels move with releases and inflow, so ramps and beaches can change week to week. The water level page tracks that day by day.

The go or no-go calls above are a starting point, not a guarantee. Read how we score conditions, and always check local rules and posted warnings before you launch.

Lake Greenwood questions

Is it windy on Lake Greenwood today?

The National Weather Service forecast for the lake from October 26: Monday: NE wind 0 to 5 kt, gusts to 10 kt, high near 71°F. The panel at the top of this page refreshes the current wind, gusts and direction when you open it and turns them into a call for sailing, paddling, power boating and fishing.

What is the water level at Lake Greenwood right now?

Lake Greenwood was at 438.13 ft on October 26, falling 0.18 ft over the past week.

How big is Lake Greenwood?

Lake Greenwood covers about 10,363 acres (16 square miles) of surface water.

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