Is the Withlacoochee River flooding?

Georgia · 3 gauges · Georgia river levels

The Withlacoochee River is tracked by 3 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 Withlacoochee River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 of 3 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 Withlacoochee River at US 84, near Quitman, GA. The highest level ever recorded there was 34.67 ft on 5 April 2009, carrying 60,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1928 (59 annual peaks). It is currently at 86.09 ft.

Drains 1,480 sq mi · gauge elevation 83 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Withlacoochee River at Skipper Bridge Rd, near Bemiss, GANo flooding123.09 ft135 ft
Withlacoochee River at US 41 near Valdosta, GANo flooding115.63 ft125 ft
Withlacoochee River at US 84, near Quitman, GANo flooding86.09 ft104 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.