Major Flood
19 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Extensive widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 193. Around three feet of water will cover portions of Georgia Highway 193...Georgia Highway 2 or Patten Road...and Georgia Highway 349 or Happy Valley Road...and the bridge will be completely under water. Extensive erosion to the banks is likely as the water flow hits the bridge.
20 ft
Extensive flooding expands. Widespread flooding occurs upstream and downstream of the gage on the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. Portions of Georgia Highway 193 will be covered with a foot or more of water and the flow will cause extensive erosion to the banks as it hits the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. Nearby fields will be inundated with up to 8 to 10 feet of water. Portions of Georgia Highway 2 or Patten Road...and Georgia Highway 349 or Happy Valley Road will be inundated with water.
19 ft
Major flooding begins. Extensive flooding occurs upstream and downstream of the gage on the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. The water level will begin to cover portions of Georgia Highway 193 and will likely cause extensive erosion to the banks as the water flow hits the bridge. Nearby fields will be inundated with up to 7 to 9 feet of water. Flooding may also occur upstream of the gage on Georgia Highway 2 or Patten Road...and Georgia Highway 349 or Happy Valley Road.
18 ft
Significant flooding continues. Flooding further expands into the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. Some areas near the creek will be inundated with up to eight feet of water. Water will approach the bottom of the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. Flooding may also occur upstream of the gage on Georgia Highway 2 or Patten Road...and Georgia Highway 349 or Happy Valley Road.
16 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Flooding further expands into the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. Some of the area near the creek will be inundated with up to six feet of water. Water will approach the bottom of the Georgia Highway 193 bridge.
14 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand into the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. Pastures near the creek will be inundated with up to four feet of water.
12 ft
Minor flooding expands into the woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on the Georgia Highway 193 bridge. Pasture fields near the creek will be inundated with up to two feet of water.
10 ft
Flood Stage is reached. Minor flooding begins of woodlands and fields near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on the Georgia Highway 193 bridge.
8 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 193.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2018 | 10.83 ft | — |
| Mar 18, 2021 | 10.58 ft | — |
| Feb 23, 2022 | 10.51 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CCFG1
River
Chattanooga Creek
County
Walker, GA
Coordinates
34.9572°N, 85.3344°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chattanooga Creek at GA 193 near Flintstone?
The Chattanooga Creek at GA 193 near Flintstone gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03568400) 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 Chattanooga Creek at GA 193 near Flintstone?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chattanooga Creek at GA 193 near Flintstone is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chattanooga Creek rises?
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Where is the Chattanooga Creek at GA 193 near Flintstone gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walker County, Georgia at coordinates 34.9572°N, 85.3344°W. USGS site number: 03568400. 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.
- Flood stages have not been defined for this location.