Allatoona Creek at Stilesboro Road near Acworth
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cobb County, Georgia on the Allatoona Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02393419, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
23 ft
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Record flooding never seen before will cause widespread inundation of the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road. The bridge will be topped with around two feet of water and will likely cause erosion to the sides of the bridge. The flood waters will be around 6 feet deep on portions of the road. This flooding will be worse than the September 2009 flood event.
24 ft
Record flooding will cause widespread inundation of the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road. The bridge will be topped with around one foot of water and may cause erosion to the sides. The flood waters will be around 5 feet deep on portions of the road. This flooding will be similar to the September 2009 flood event.
23 ft
Major flooding begins. Near record and widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road. The water level begins to top the bridge and may cause erosion to the sides. The flood waters will be around 4 feet deep on portions of the road.
21 ft
Significant flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road. The water level hits the bridge and may cause erosion to the sides. The flood waters will be around two feet deep on portions of the road.
19 ft
Significant flooding continues in the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road. The water level begins to hit the bridge and flood lower portions of the road. County officials will likely close the road.
18 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road. The water level is close to the bottom of the bridge and county officials may close it.
17 ft
Minor flooding expands further into the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road.
15 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road.
13 ft
Flood Stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Stilesboro Road.
11 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached upstream and downstream from the gage located on Stilesboro Road.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2009 | 23.9 ft | 3,272 cfs |
| Sep 21, 2009 | 23.9 ft | 3,272 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2018 | 14.82 ft | 1,777 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2018 | 14.82 ft | 1,777 cfs |
| Feb 6, 2020 | 14.78 ft | 1,766 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Allatoona Creek at Stilesboro Road near Acworth?
The Allatoona Creek at Stilesboro Road near Acworth gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02393419) 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 Allatoona Creek at Stilesboro Road near Acworth?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Allatoona Creek at Stilesboro Road near Acworth is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
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Where is the Allatoona Creek at Stilesboro Road near Acworth gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cobb County, Georgia at coordinates 33.9953°N, 84.6931°W. USGS site number: 02393419. 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
- Automated gauge readings are now available, courtesy of the USGS.