A combination of persistent and strong east/northeast winds, the perigean spring tide and a full moon produced 2 days of elevated high tide cycles along the southeast South Carolina coast.  Major coastal flood stage levels were recorded at the Charleston Harbor (CHTS1) tide gauge on October 27, 2015 and October 28, 2015, which claimed 4th and 8th place respectively on the all-time historic crest list.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 06:14:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:19:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The morning high tide in Charleston Harbor caused street flooding in and around the downtown Charleston. Road closures occurred on Wentworth Street, Barre Street, Lockwood Boulevard, Broad Street and Cherry Street. Additional road closures included Morrison Drive from Cooper Street to Stuart Street, Drake Street from South Street to Chapel Street, America Street from Lee Street to Cooper Street and the Lockwood Boulevard exit from Highway 17 North. The intersection of Hagood Avenue and Fishburne Street as well as the outer lanes of Calhoun Street from Lockwood Boulevard to Jonathon Lucas Street were also closed due to tidal flooding.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 07:12:00 to 27-OCT-15 08:47:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement and Twitter reports indicated significant tidal flooding at the Shem Creek boat landing and road closures due to tidal flooding on 3rd Street and Long Point Road near Horlbeck Creek.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 08:11:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:45:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

Security at a federal law enforcement training center reported flooding and closed roads throughout the facility grounds. Juneau Avenue was also flooded to the Cooper River Marina and was not accessible.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 08:13:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:13:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Lifeguard

A lifeguard reported Singleton Beach Road impassable due to flooding.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 08:27:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:27:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Park service personnel reported Hunting Island State Park camp grounds completely flooded. Several roads on Harbor Island were also flooded and impassable.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 09:35:00 to 27-OCT-15 10:35:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reports the intersection of Beachwalker Drive and Kiawah Island Parkway closed due to flooding.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 09:45:00 to 27-OCT-15 10:45:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Public

The public reports parts of Melrose Golf Course flooded on Daufuskie Island, including docks under water.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 10:00:00 to 27-OCT-15 10:45:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported several boat docks and adjacent roads flooded in Bluffton, SC including the Bluffton Oyster Company.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 06:40:00 to 28-OCT-15 09:44:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported widespread road closures due to coastal flooding in downtown Charleston. Roads closed due to flooding included the intersection of Wentworth Street and Barre Street, Lockwood Boulevard from Beaufain Street to Broad Street, America Street from Lee Street to Cooper Street, Morrison Drive at the Ravenel Bridge and Jackson Street, Wentworth Street from Lockwood Boulevard to Gadsden Street, America Street from South Street to Amherst Street, Hagood Street from Fishburne Street to Line Street, Washington Street between Hassell Street and Laurens Street, Concord Street from Cumberland Street to Vendue Range, Hanover Street from Lee Street to Cooper Street, Montagu Street, Spring Street, Canal Street, Ashley Avenue from Bennett Street to Halsey Street, Huger Street and Jackson One Lane at the intersection of Morrison Drive, Prioleau Street at the intersection of Vendue Range and Market Street from Church Street to Concord Street. East Battery was also flooded near Rainbow Row.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 07:00:00 to 28-OCT-15 08:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Lifeguard

Lifeguard picture on Twitter showed Singleton Beach Road flooded.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 07:19:00 to 28-OCT-15 09:53:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported several road closures due to coastal flooding including Central Park Road from Fleming Road to Riverland Drive, Highway 61 at Highway 17, Battery Island Drive from Folly Road to Battalion Drive and Windermere Boulevard at William Ackerman Lane.  The Wappoo cut docks were also flooded with water spreading onto Folly Road.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 08:06:00 to 28-OCT-15 08:12:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

A maximum tide level of 8.25 feet mean lower low water was recorded at the Charleston Harbor tide gauge, making it the 8th highest level on the all-time historic crest list.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 08:26:00 to 28-OCT-15 09:26:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Park services reported Folly Beach County Park and Ashley Avenue at Folly Beach closed due to coastal flooding.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 08:32:00 to 28-OCT-15 09:32:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Social Media

A picture via social media indicated Sullivan Island Beach submerged in ocean water and flooding around several homes near Breach Inlet.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 08:13:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:13:00 (EST-5)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Lifeguard

A lifeguard reported Singleton Beach Road impassable due to flooding.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 08:30:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:30:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement and park services indicated road closures on Dockside Road, Yacht Club Road, Scott Creek Road, Jungle Shores Drive and Palmetto Boulevard near the entrance of Edisto Beach State Park. A flood berm along Palmetto Boulevard was also reported destroyed and water was under beach homes. Twenty structures sustained flood damage, including 2 businesses and 18 homes.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 09:08:00 to 27-OCT-15 10:08:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported a road closure due to flooding at Windermere Boulevard and William Ackerman Lane.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 08:40:00 to 28-OCT-15 09:40:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Newspaper

A local newspaper reported several homes surrounded by water on Hilton Head along Roma Court off Ashley Cove. The roads were also closed due to flooding.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 08:57:00 to 28-OCT-15 09:57:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Local Official

The City of Isle of Palms reported tidal flooding on 25th Avenue, Tabby Lane, Driftwood Lane, 41st Avenue at the marina and Forest Trail.

Coastal Flood in SOUTHERN COLLETON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 09:00:00 to 28-OCT-15 10:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported flooding along Dockside Road on Edisto Island.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 07:36:00 to 27-OCT-15 07:42:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

A maximum tide level of 8.65 feet mean lower low water was recorded at the Charleston Harbor tide gauge, making it the 4th highest level on the all-time historic crest list.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 07:50:00 to 27-OCT-15 10:30:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement and fire rescue personnel reported several road closures and tidal flooding on Isle of Palms. Flooded and road closures occurred at Palm Boulevard between 3rd and 5th Street, 41st Street, 25th Street, Tabby Lane, Waterway, Sparrow and Forest Trail.  Emergency beach access at 5th, 9th and 25th Street were also destroyed.  Water was also reported under numerous waterfront homes. Two condominiums were also damaged due to coastal flooding.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 08:03:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:03:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported roads flooded throughout Fripp Island. Water was also in several homes. Traffic was also halted going onto the island since the guard area was flooded.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 08:10:00 to 27-OCT-15 09:10:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported Central Park Road closed between Fleming Road and Riverland Drive due to flooding.  A photo on social media also showed Harbor View Road covered by water.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 09:15:00 to 27-OCT-15 10:15:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Newspaper

A local newspaper reported Hudson's Seafood House submerged by flood waters.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 27-OCT-15 09:28:00 to 27-OCT-15 10:28:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Newspaper

A local newspaper reported parts of Henry C Chambers Waterfront Park flooded.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 09:00:00 to 28-OCT-15 10:00:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Newspaper

A local newspaper reported flood waters topping the sea wall at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in Beaufort.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 09:15:00 to 28-OCT-15 10:15:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Park service personnel reported many areas of Hunting Island State Park flooded.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 09:20:00 to 28-OCT-15 10:20:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported several roads flooded on Fripp Island. Water was also reported around some homes.

Coastal Flood in BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 09:30:00 to 28-OCT-15 10:30:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: 911 Call Center

The Beaufort County 911 Call Center reported Warsaw Island Road impassable.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 09:31:00 to 28-OCT-15 10:31:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

A NOAA Port Meteorological Officer reported significant flooding in the Office of Coastal Management parking lot. The parking lot of the Cooper River Marina was also reported flooded with 2 feet of standing water.

Coastal Flood in CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 28-OCT-15 09:48:00 to 28-OCT-15 10:48:00 (EST-5)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported Long Point Road closed near Horlbeck Creek due to coastal flooding.