Is the Burnt Fork Creek flooding?

Georgia · 2 gauges · Georgia river levels

The Burnt Fork Creek is tracked by 2 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 Burnt Fork Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 2 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 9 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 Burnt Fork Creek at Millwood Way near Clarkston, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 8.87 ft on 27 September 2024, carrying 1,140 cfs. Peak records there go back to 2013 (13 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.27 ft, 7.6 ft below that record.

Drains 3 sq mi · gauge elevation 935 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Burnt Fork Creek at Montreal Rd, near Tucker, GANo flooding0.99 ft8 ft
Burnt Fork Creek at Millwood Way near Clarkston, GANo flooding1.27 ft9 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.