Major Flood
16 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Fence Road. The water level will begin to flow over portions of the road. The earthen portion of the road bed over the concrete culvert with likely washout. County officials will have the bridge and road closed. Flood waters will be approaching the foundations of a few homes on Kachina Trail and River Pass Court.
14 ft
Significant flooding expands further into the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Fence Road. The water level will be hitting the earthen portion of the road bed over the concrete culvert with erosion likely. County officials may close the bridge and road. Portions of residential backyards will be under 5 feet of water.
12 ft
Significant flooding continues in the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Fence Road. The water level will be hitting the earthen portion of the road bed over the concrete culvert causing possible erosion. Low portions of residential backyards will be under 3 feet of water.
10 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Fence Road. The water level will reach the top portion of the concrete culvert with maximum flow through it. Low portions of residential backyards will be under a foot of water.
9 ft
Minor flooding continues in the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Fence Road.
8 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Fence Road.
6 ft
Bankfull conditions occur along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Fence 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 | 8.56 ft | 2,190 cfs |
| Jun 30, 2003 | 6.93 ft | 962 cfs |
| Jan 23, 2010 | 6.26 ft | 917 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DACG1
River
Apalachee River
County
Gwinnett, GA
Coordinates
34.0103°N, 83.8942°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Apalachee River near Fence Road near Dacula?
The Apalachee River near Fence Road near Dacula gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02218565) 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 Apalachee River near Fence Road near Dacula?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Apalachee River near Fence Road near Dacula is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
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Where is the Apalachee River near Fence Road near Dacula gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gwinnett County, Georgia at coordinates 34.0103°N, 83.8942°W. USGS site number: 02218565. 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.