A deep amplitude east coast upper trough closed off across the southeast states for several days while a surface front meandered across the area. Deep moisture from the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean continued to feed into the area. Tropical moisture from the periphery of Hurricane Joaquin, well off the coast, helped to boost precipitable water values to near record levels. Rainfall amounts averaged 10 to 15 inches across the area during the event. Some locations received record rainfall amounts and there were reports of up to 2 feet of rain. This produced rare flash flooding. Coastal flooding was significant during the time of high tide. Historic and widespread river flooding followed. A few of the rivers remained above flood stage until mid and late October. There were hundreds of lengthy evacuations due to flooding, but no reports of death or injury. There was significant damage to thousands of structures to include homes and businesses and infrastructure such as roads and bridges as well as personal property. There were reports of overtopped levees and earthen dams. Monetary losses were estimated to be several million dollars.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 10:31:00 to 04-OCT-15 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: OCEAN FOREST
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Significant flooding was reported along 48th Avenue N. The roadway was subsequently closed. Many of the adjacent neighborhood roads were also flooded. Higher than normal tides were also contributing to the flooding.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 10:58:00 to 04-OCT-15 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAKEWOOD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The Ocean Lakes Family Campground and surrounding complex was reported flooded with water up to 2 feet deep. Higher than normal tides were also contributing to the flooding.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 16:55:00 to 04-OCT-15 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALLEN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 45.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Flood waters were reportedly 1.5 feet deep on a portion of Kerri Circle.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 04:50:00 to 04-OCT-15 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: HOLLY TREE PLANTATIO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 800.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Widespread flooding across the county with numerous roads reportedly impassable.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 08:26:00 to 04-OCT-15 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GEORGETOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Flood water was reportedly entering homes on South Kaminski Street.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 05-OCT-15 07:54:00 to 05-OCT-15 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ANDREWS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

North Poplar Avenue was reportedly flooded and numerous homes and other structures were inundated with flood waters.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 08:04:00 to 04-OCT-15 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GEORGETOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Water up to 4 feet deep was reported at the intersection of Prince Street and Dozier Street.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 07:55:00 to 04-OCT-15 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: RICE HOPE PLANTATION
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The water depth on the northbound lane of Highway 17, south of Georgetown was reportedly up to 6 feet deep.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 06:17:00 to 04-OCT-15 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARYVILLE HGTS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 600.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Portions of Highway 17, 17A, 521 and 701 were closed due to flood waters. The water was reportedly up to 5 feet deep in portions of Georgetown. There were reports of flooded homes and businesses. A nursing home was being evacuated due to severe flooding. Numerous vehicles were stranded in the flood waters and the occupants had to be rescued and brought to safety.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 05:56:00 to 04-OCT-15 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GEORGETOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Church Street and adjacent areas to include Orange Street, Wood Street and King Street were reported flooded. There were reports of water rescues on Church Street.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 04:43:00 to 04-OCT-15 08:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: PUNCHEON CREEK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

The entire length of Main Street in Andrews and adjacent areas were flooded out. Main Street was reportedly closed to traffic.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 04:43:00 to 04-OCT-15 08:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: OAK GROVE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Saint Delights Road was reportedly closed due to flooding.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 04:43:00 to 04-OCT-15 08:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ANNE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Portions of Calvin Hardee Road and Plantersville Road were reported closed due to flood waters.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 04:43:00 to 04-OCT-15 08:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHICORAWOOD PLANTATI
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 35.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Fredrick Drive was reported closed due to flooding.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 09:48:00 to 04-OCT-15 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MYRTLE RIDGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Flooding forced the closure of S Ocean Boulevard between 10th Avenue S and 11th Avenue S.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: CADES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Dewey Cox Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:15:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: KINGSTREE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 35.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Water was reportedly crossing North Jackson Street.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOORE XRDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Ed Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: CADES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Cade Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:10:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: BLAKELY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Blakely Road were flooded near the intersection with Seabrook Road.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:10:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: RHEMS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Roadway was reported flooded near the intersection of State Road 41 and State Road 51.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARTINS XRDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Covington Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: HEINEMAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Union Church Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTH SANTEE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Earl Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 17:00:00 to 04-OCT-15 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: KINGSTREE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Numerous streets and adjacent property was reported flooded in Kingstree to include Main Street.

Flash Flood in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:15:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: DARLINGTON BRNHMS AR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 65.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Flooding was reported along portions of Rogers Road and Sunset Drive.

Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 02-OCT-15 15:44:00 to 02-OCT-15 18:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: FLORAL BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Water was one foot deep at the intersection of 14th and Ocean.

Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 02-OCT-15 15:30:00 to 02-OCT-15 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: STEPHENS XRDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Flooding was reported at multiple streets around the town of Myrtle Beach including Hwy 9, 57, and Hwy 17.  Flooding was also reported on Lake Arrow Head Road.

Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 02-OCT-15 17:30:00 to 02-OCT-15 21:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: LITTLE RIVER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Flooding was reported on Hwy 17 near Baldwin Ave.  There were several other reports
of street flooding in the town of Little River.

Flash Flood in WILLIAMSBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: SUTTONS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

June Branch Avenue was reported flooded.

Flash Flood in FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Old Georgetown Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: PLANTERSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of Lamb Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: VENTERS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Portions of County Line Road were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 02-OCT-15 18:30:00 to 02-OCT-15 23:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: LITTLE RIVER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

An earthen dam on Heather Lake, near the state line, was overtopped. Significant flooding was reported in Little River and portions of North Myrtle Beach where up to a foot of rain fell during the afternoon and evening. More than 100 homes were reportedly flooded in Little River and 40 homes in North Myrtle Beach. Numerous people had to be rescued from their homes. In addition, several people were rescued from their vehicles which had become stranded in the rapidly rising water.

Flood in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 11:36:00 to 03-OCT-15 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: DARLINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Roads closed in Darlington due to flooding.

Flood in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 13:18:00 to 03-OCT-15 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: PALMETTO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Trent Drive and Brandon Woods Road had one to two feet of water on them.

Flood in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 02:00:00 to 03-OCT-15 06:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: DONERAILE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Many roads in Darlington county with significant flooding. Road washout along Plantation Road Btw hwy 52 and Pine Dale Rd.

Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 08:16:00 to 03-OCT-15 11:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTH MYRTLE BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

The road was washed out on Sandridge Rd.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 18:44:00 to 05-OCT-15 02:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: AYNOR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Up to 3 feet of water was reportedly flowing across Bud Graham Road.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 05-OCT-15 07:30:00 to 05-OCT-15 09:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAKEWOOD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Glenns Bay Road was reportedly flooded between U.S. 17 Business and 17 Bypass. The water was on the verge of entering South Bay Lakes Apartments.

Heavy Rain in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 09:49:00 to 03-OCT-15 09:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLYDE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A resident of the town of Clyde recorded a 24 hour rainfall amount of 5.6.

Flood in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 10:12:00 to 03-OCT-15 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTH LEES XRDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

West Billy Farrow Road was closed due to flooding.

Flood in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 09:32:00 to 03-OCT-15 12:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: DARLINGTON BRNHMS AR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Flooding was reported on Indian Branch Road.

Heavy Rain in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 11:36:00 to 03-OCT-15 11:36:00 (EST-5)
Location: LONGS
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A co-op observer in the town of Longs reported 14.93 of rainfall in approximately the last 30 hours.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 09:01:00 to 04-OCT-15 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAKEWOOD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 4.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Flooding was reported along Dogwood Drive.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 10:05:00 to 04-OCT-15 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MYRTLE RIDGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Flooding was reported to include Kings Highway at 5th Avenue, Highway 15 at 5th Avenue and Boundary Street and adjacent areas.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 10:43:00 to 04-OCT-15 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MYRTLE BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Roadway was reported impassable at the post office on 5th Avenue N. A car was stalled in flood waters on roadway.

Flood in DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-OCT-15 18:16:00 to 03-OCT-15 21:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH HARTSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Flooding was reported on E Billy Farrow Hwy near the railroad crossing.

Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 02:50:00 to 04-OCT-15 06:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LORIS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Heritage Road is washed out.

Heavy Rain in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 07:00:00 to 04-OCT-15 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: PAWLEYS IS
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A Cocorahs station measured 7.43 of rainfall.

Heavy Rain in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 15:10:00 to 04-OCT-15 15:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: LONGS
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A two day total rainfall was measured at 21.14.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 12:54:00 to 04-OCT-15 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHITE OAK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Flood waters were reportedly entering homes along and near Mill Pond Road.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 14:03:00 to 04-OCT-15 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: JALUCO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Minsteris Drive was reportedly impassable due to flood waters.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 14:34:00 to 04-OCT-15 17:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRISSETT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

About a foot of water was flowing across portions  of Highway 19 and Highway 472. Adjacent areas were also flooded.

Flash Flood in GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 01:55:00 to 04-OCT-15 05:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRAVES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 60.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The Sampit River was reportedly overflowing. Areas adjacent to the river were being flooded.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 04-OCT-15 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOTTY BRANCH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 60.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Highway 501 near Highway 22 was reported closed due to flooding. A portion of the roadway was washed out.

Flash Flood in FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 04-OCT-15 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: PAMPLICO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 70.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Roadway collapsed due to flood waters. A person attempting to retrieve his vehicle from the flooded area was swept away by water. He was rescued by the sheriff's department and was not injured.

Flash Flood in HORRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 16:00:00 to 04-OCT-15 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAKEWOOD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Dick Pond Road and adjacent properties were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 04-OCT-15 17:30:00 to 04-OCT-15 21:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: EBENEZER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 80.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Flood waters reportedly washed out Pelican Lane near Lake Oakdale Drive.