Is the Ocmulgee River flooding?
The Ocmulgee River is tracked by 7 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 Ocmulgee River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Ocmulgee River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Georgia river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocmulgee River near Jackson, GA | No flooding | 4.51 ft | 19 ft | |
| Ocmulgee River at Ga 18, at Dames Ferry, GA | No flooding | 3.69 ft | 16 ft | |
| Ocmulgee River at Macon, GA | No flooding | 7.42 ft | 18 ft | |
| Ocmulgee River at US 341, at Hawkinsville, GA | No flooding | 3.11 ft | 20 ft | |
| Ocmulgee River at Abbeville, GA | No flooding | 3.00 ft | 12 ft | |
| Ocmulgee River at Lumber City, GA | No flooding | 2.06 ft | 15 ft | |
| Ocmulgee River at Ga 96, near Bonaire, GA | No flood stage defined | 4.39 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.