Minor Flood
860 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.
Action Stage
840 ft
Low-Water Impacts
240 cfs
Continuous minimum flow for Allatoona Dam in FERC license or in Corps of Engineers Water Control Planâ€â€(whichever applies here)--to keep pollution concentrations within acceptable guidelines for human health.
300 cfs
Minimum suggested flow for paddling from Allatoona Dam 9.75 miles down the river.
9200 cfs
Bankfull capacity (the amount of water a river can carry without overflowing its banks) between Allatoona Dam and Cartersville.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 1964 | 861.19 ft | — |
| Mar 29, 1980 | 857.65 ft | — |
| Apr 17, 1979 | 856.12 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Etowah River at Allatoona Lake near Cartersville?
The Etowah River at Allatoona Lake near Cartersville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02393500) 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 Lake near Cartersville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Etowah River at Allatoona Lake near Cartersville is 860 feet. Action stage begins at 840 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Etowah River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Etowah River at Allatoona Lake near Cartersville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Etowah River at Allatoona Lake near Cartersville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bartow County, Georgia at coordinates 34.1638°N, 84.7277°W. USGS site number: 02393500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Automated gauge readings are now available, courtesy of the USGS.
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.