Minor Flood
490 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: TLLA1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Low-Water Impacts
484.7 Ft
Level of Still Waters Resort water intake.
475 Ft
Limiting water level for Alexander City and Coosa-Elmore Water Authority.
474 Ft
Level of Central Elmore (County) Water Authority water intake valve. Has difficulty drawing water below 474 feet because intakes are fed by gravity.
470 Ft
Alexander City has an intake structure on Lake Martin.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
TLLA1
River
Tallapoosa River
County
Elmore, AL
Coordinates
32.6800°N, 85.9111°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tallapoosa River at Martin Dam?
The Tallapoosa River at Martin Dam gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Tallapoosa River at Martin Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tallapoosa River at Martin Dam is 490 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Tallapoosa River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tallapoosa River at Martin Dam 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 Tallapoosa River at Martin Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Elmore County, Alabama at coordinates 32.6800°N, 85.9111°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.