Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Water overflows sections of highway 68 close to Gaylesville.
21 ft
A few homes along highway 68 are flooded.
13 ft
Flood stage.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 1990 | 24.25 ft | 23,300 cfs |
| Mar 29, 1951 | 23.48 ft | 32,900 cfs |
| Sep 5, 2022 | 22.98 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GAYA1
River
Chattooga River
County
Cherokee, AL
Coordinates
34.2903°N, 85.5092°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chattooga River above Gaylesville?
The Chattooga River above Gaylesville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02398300) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Chattooga River above Gaylesville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chattooga River above Gaylesville is 13 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chattooga River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Chattooga River above Gaylesville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Chattooga River above Gaylesville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, Alabama at coordinates 34.2903°N, 85.5092°W. USGS site number: 02398300. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- No forecasts are available for this location