Canoochee River near Claxton
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Evans County, Georgia on the Canoochee River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02203000, 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
16 ft
Moderate Flood
13.5 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
water will flow over the Highway 301 bridge.
16 ft
several homes will be impacted by flood waters along Highway 169 near the Canoochee River.
14.5 ft
the Highway 169 bridge holds back flood waters, which causes lowlands along the river to flood.
13.5 ft
Hillside Drive, the main access road into Canoochee Properties, will be flooded.
11 ft
several homes are flooded along Parker Springs Road in Canoochee Properties.
9.5 ft
the Rocks River Bridge Park near the Highway 301 bridge floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2024 | 18.11 ft | 23,600 cfs |
| Aug 6, 2024 | 18.11 ft | 23,600 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1924 | 17.8 ft | 20,500 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1924 | 17.8 ft | 20,500 cfs |
| Sep 30, 1929 | 17.6 ft | 20,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Canoochee River near Claxton?
The Canoochee River near Claxton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02203000) 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 Canoochee River near Claxton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Canoochee River near Claxton is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13.5 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Canoochee River rises?
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Where is the Canoochee River near Claxton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Evans County, Georgia at coordinates 32.1844°N, 81.8892°W. USGS site number: 02203000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.