Major Flood
15 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
BRIDGE WILL FLOOD
7 ft
GRAVEL BACK ROADS AND AREAS NEAR THE RIVER WILL FLOOD.
3.5 ft
BANKFULL
3.3 ft
3.3 INCH IN 12 HOUR (DROUGHT) CAUSED THE RIVER TO RISE TO 3.3 FT.IF RAIN IS AROUND 3 INCHES ACROSS DILLARD AREA TOO I WOULD CALL 911 TO CHECK FOR FLOODING.
1.2 ft
1.27 INCH IN 3 HOURS TOOK RIVER UP ONE FOOT.
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 27, 2024 | 8.53 ft | 12,500 cfs |
| Dec 29, 2015 | 6.43 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 5, 2011 | 5.1 ft | 4,120 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chattooga River at Burrells Ford?
The Chattooga River at Burrells Ford gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02176930) 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 Chattooga River at Burrells Ford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chattooga River at Burrells Ford is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chattooga River rises?
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Where is the Chattooga River at Burrells Ford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rabun County, Georgia at coordinates 34.9744°N, 83.1161°W. USGS site number: 02176930. 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