Is the Alapaha River flooding?

Georgia · 3 gauges · Georgia river levels

The Alapaha River is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in Georgia. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Alapaha River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 of 3 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Georgia river levels.

data refreshed 13 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Alapaha River at Statenville, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 31.52 ft on 7 April 2009, carrying 33,400 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1928 (98 annual peaks). It is currently at 79.34 ft.

Drains 1,370 sq mi · gauge elevation 76 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Alapaha River at Ga 125/32 near Irwinville, GANo flooding263.80 ft272 ft
Alapaha River near Alapaha, GANo flooding211.61 ft223 ft
Alapaha River at Statenville, GANo flooding79.34 ft100 ft
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.