Etowah River near Kingston
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Bartow County, Georgia on the Etowah River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02395000, 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
26 ft
Moderate Flood
24 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the gage on U.S. Highway 411 or Georgia Highway 20. The flood waters will begin to affect several structures near the river. The water will be up to 6 feet deep over portions of the public boat ramp parking lot on the downstream and left bank side of the bridge.
24 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on U.S. Highway 411 or Georgia Highway 20. The flood waters will approach the foundations of several structures near the river. The water will be up to 4 feet deep over portions of the public boat ramp parking lot on the downstream and left bank side of the bridge.
22 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on U.S. Highway 411 or Georgia Highway 20. The flood waters will be 1 to 2 feet deep over portions of the public boat ramp parking lot on the downstream and left bank side of the bridge.
20 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on U.S. Highway 411 or Georgia Highway 20. The water level reaches the top of the public boat ramp on the downstream and left bank side of the bridge.
18 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on U.S. Highway 411 or Georgia Highway 20.
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 10, 1919 | 31 ft | 52,000 cfs |
| Dec 10, 1919 | 31 ft | 52,000 cfs |
| Apr 8, 1938 | 27.7 ft | 42,700 cfs |
| Apr 8, 1938 | 27.7 ft | 42,700 cfs |
| Jan 8, 1946 | 26.1 ft | 39,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Etowah River near Kingston?
The Etowah River near Kingston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02395000) 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 near Kingston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Etowah River near Kingston is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
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Where is the Etowah River near Kingston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bartow County, Georgia at coordinates 34.2089°N, 84.9786°W. USGS site number: 02395000. 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.