Major Flood
14 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
10.5 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
Flood waters reach the elevation of the gage instrument shelf.
14 ft
Flood waters reach the elevation of state road 41.
13 ft
Flood water will reach the underclearance of the state road 41 bridge.
12.5 ft
Houses near the creek on the west bank will begin to flood.
7 ft
Low lying areas and river access roads will flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 1990 | 12.16 ft | — |
| Jul 5, 1994 | 11.6 ft | — |
| Jan 14, 1943 | 11.4 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PRSG1
River
Kinchafoonee Creek
County
Webster, GA
Coordinates
32.0525°N, 84.5483°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kinchafoonee Creek at Preston (SR 41)?
The Kinchafoonee Creek at Preston (SR 41) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02350600) 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 Kinchafoonee Creek at Preston (SR 41)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kinchafoonee Creek at Preston (SR 41) is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10.5 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kinchafoonee Creek rises?
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Where is the Kinchafoonee Creek at Preston (SR 41) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Webster County, Georgia at coordinates 32.0525°N, 84.5483°W. USGS site number: 02350600. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey