Charleston
Analyze pluvial and coastal flooding at city-scale
Explore and explain causes for urban flooding with Scalgo Live, an interactive platform for terrain and surface water planning.
Urban flooding explained
All surface water analyses in Scalgo Live are based on high-resolution elevation data provided by the USGS. These analyses are ideal for planning flood mitigation and stormwater in cities, as well as designing natural landscapes in rural areas.
Analyze flooding in Charleston, South Carolina, in three easy steps.
1. Figure out surface flow paths
Map large flow patterns and detailed flow along streets and around buildings. Check out central Charleston which is situated at the confluence of the Ashley, Cooper, and Wando Rivers.
2. Explore flooding from the sea
The picturesque Charleston is exposed to sea level rise. Scalgo Live shows that a storm surge causing a 10-foot water level increase can place most of the city at risk.
3. Explain flooding from heavy rains
When drainage systems reach their capacity, excess water overflows onto streets. Use interactive analyses to get insights into flooding and find effective mitigation strategies.
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