Is the Canoochee River flooding?

Georgia · 2 gauges · Georgia river levels

The Canoochee River 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 Canoochee River 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 10 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 Canoochee River near Claxton, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 19.10 ft on 8 November 2024, carrying 29,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1925 (91 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.39 ft, 17.7 ft below that record.

Drains 555 sq mi · gauge elevation 81 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Canoochee River near Claxton, GA	No flooding	1.39 ft	11 ft	26 min ago
Canoochee River at Bridge 38, at Fort Stewart, GA	No flooding	5.95 ft	17 ft	71 min ago

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.