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
12 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Significant flooding expands further along the river downstream from the Allatoona Dam. The flood waters surrounding the base of the USGS concrete gage structure will be around 5 feet deep. Large portions of Old River Road will be flooded with water up to 3 feet deep. The significant releases from the dam will cause moderate flooding well downstream in the Cartersville area. A commerical complex off Old Mill Farm Road and homes on Waterford...Galway...Hastings and Oxford Drives will begin to flood.
12 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands along the river downstream from the Allatoona Dam. The flood waters surrounding the base of the USGS concrete gage structure will be around 3 feet deep. Portions of Old River Road will be flooded with water near one foot deep. The significant releases from the dam will likely cause moderate flooding well downstream in the Cartersville area. A commerical complex off Old Mill Farm Road will begin to flood.
11 ft
Minor flooding expands further into the woodlands along the river downstream from the Allatoona Dam. The flood waters surrounding the base of the USGS concrete gage structure will be around two feet deep. Low portions of Old River Road will begin to flood. The significant releases from the dam will cause minor flooding well downstream in the Cartersville area.
10 ft
Minor flooding continues in the woodlands along the river downstream from the Allatoona Dam. The flood waters surrounding the base of the USGS concrete gage structure will be around one foot deep. The significant releases from the dam will likely cause minor flooding well downstream in the Cartersville area.
9 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands along the river downstream from the Allatoona Dam. The flood waters will begin to surround the base of the USGS concrete gage structure. The significant releases from the dam will likely cause bankfull conditions well downstream in the Cartersville area.
7 ft
Bankfull conditions occur along the river downstream from the Allatoona Dam.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 1945 | 20.8 ft | 40,400 cfs |
| Dec 10, 1919 | 20 ft | 40,000 cfs |
| Nov 28, 1948 | 16.9 ft | 26,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Etowah River at Allatoona Dam above Cartersville?
The Etowah River at Allatoona Dam above Cartersville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02394000) 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 Etowah River at Allatoona Dam above Cartersville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Etowah River at Allatoona Dam above Cartersville is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
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Where is the Etowah River at Allatoona Dam above Cartersville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bartow County, Georgia at coordinates 34.1631°N, 84.7411°W. USGS site number: 02394000. 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.
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.