Is the Savannah River flooding?

Georgia · 7 gauges · Georgia river levels

The Savannah 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 Savannah River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 of 7 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 13 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 Savannah River at Augusta, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 118.37 ft on 2 January 2016, carrying 54,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1796 (155 annual peaks). It is currently at 96.90 ft, 21.5 ft below that record.

Drains 7,330 sq mi · gauge elevation -1 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Savannah River at Augusta, GANo flooding96.90 ft117.5 ft
Savannah River at Burtons Ferry Br near Millhaven, GANo flooding4.29 ft15 ft
Savannah River near Clyo, GANo flooding2.99 ft11 ft
Savannah River above Augusta Canal near Bonair, GANo current data
Savannah River near Estill, SCNo current data
Savannah River near Evans, GANo flood stage defined14.92 ft
Savannah River near Waynesboro, GANo flood stage defined6.54 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.