Major Flood
36 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
27 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
Major Flood Stage. Broad River is at the junction of the GA 17 bridge beams and pier caps. Bridge closure is imminent or already occurring. The GA 17 boat ramp access parking area is submerged by at least 12-15 feet of water. Several feet of water is likely flooding farmland and wooded areas along a 5-mile reach up- and downstream from the streamgauge site.
27 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. The GA 17 boat ramp access parking area is submerged by at least 6 feet of water. Several feet of water is likely flooding farmland and wooded areas along a 5-mile reach up- and downstream from the streamgauge and beginning to flood adjacent wooded areas and farmland.
21 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Parking area at the GA 17 boat ramp access point is submerged by approximately 1 foot of water.
19 ft
Action Stage. Boat ramp at GA 17 bridge is nearly submerged by Broad River. Broad River is exceeding bankfull in some locations along a 5-mile reach up- and downstream from the streamgauge and beginning to flood adjacent wooded areas and farmland.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 1929 | 34.8 ft | 79,400 cfs |
| Oct 2, 1989 | 30.5 ft | 56,100 cfs |
| Nov 28, 1948 | 30.3 ft | 47,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BELG1
River
Broad River (GA)
County
Elbert, GA
Coordinates
33.9742°N, 82.7700°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Broad River (GA) at Washington Hwy (GA 17) 3 S Fortsonia?
The Broad River (GA) at Washington Hwy (GA 17) 3 S Fortsonia gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02192000) 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 Broad River (GA) at Washington Hwy (GA 17) 3 S Fortsonia?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Broad River (GA) at Washington Hwy (GA 17) 3 S Fortsonia is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 36 feet.
How do I get alerts when Broad River (GA) rises?
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Where is the Broad River (GA) at Washington Hwy (GA 17) 3 S Fortsonia gauge located?
The gauge is located in Elbert County, Georgia at coordinates 33.9742°N, 82.7700°W. USGS site number: 02192000. 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