IsItFlooding

Is the Snapfinger Creek flooding?

Georgia · 2 gauges · Georgia river levels

The Snapfinger 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 Snapfinger 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 Snapfinger Creek near Decatur, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 16.64 ft on 10 October 2020, carrying 3,270 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1961 (24 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.74 ft, 13.9 ft below that record.

Drains 13 sq mi · gauge elevation 845 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Snapfinger Creek near Decatur, GANo flooding2.74 ft12 ft
Snapfinger Creek at Thompson Mill Rd near Lithonia, GANo flooding3.76 ft16 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.