Is the North Oconee River flooding?

Georgia · 2 gauges · Georgia river levels

The North Oconee 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 North Oconee 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 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 North Oconee River at College St, at Athens, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 19.40 ft on 27 May 1966, carrying 14,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1966 (24 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.40 ft, 16.0 ft below that record.

Drains 275 sq mi · gauge elevation 600 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
North Oconee River at Woodbridge Rd, near Commerce, GANo flooding1.48 ft15 ft
North Oconee River at College St, at Athens, GANo flooding3.40 ft19 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.