Is the Alcovy River flooding?

Georgia · 4 gauges · Georgia river levels

The Alcovy River is tracked by 4 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 Alcovy River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 4 of 4 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 5 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 Alcovy River below Covington, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 27.20 ft on 30 July 1887, carrying 12,400 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1887 (44 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.81 ft, 25.4 ft below that record.

Drains 244 sq mi · gauge elevation 601 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Alcovy River near Lawrenceville, GANo flooding-0.26 ft15 ft
Alcovy River at New Hope Road, near Grayson, GANo flooding2.83 ft9 ft
Alcovy River above Covington, GANo flooding1.75 ft12 ft
Alcovy River below Covington, GANo flooding1.81 ft11 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.