Line Creek below Lake McIntosh
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Fayette County, Georgia on the Line Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02344630, 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
17 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand into the woodlands along the creek downstream from the gage on the tailwater side of Lake McIntosh Dam. Portions on the west side of the Falcon Field Airport property will be flooded. Portions of baseball fields will begin to flood on the south end of the Baseball and Soccer Complex off of Georgia Highway 74. A portion of the Fayette County Water Treatment Plant near the fields will begin to flood also.
10 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands along the creek downstream from the gage on the tailwater side of Lake McIntosh Dam. Low lying portions on the west side of the Falcon Field Airport property will begin to flood.
8 ft
Bankfull conditions occur along the creek downstream from the gage on the tailwater side of Lake McIntosh 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 28, 2018 | 12.36 ft | 740 cfs |
| Dec 28, 2018 | 12.36 ft | 740 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 11.82 ft | 699 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 11.82 ft | 699 cfs |
| Dec 24, 2015 | 11.35 ft | 664 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Line Creek below Lake McIntosh?
The Line Creek below Lake McIntosh gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02344630) 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 Line Creek below Lake McIntosh?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Line Creek below Lake McIntosh is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Line Creek rises?
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Where is the Line Creek below Lake McIntosh gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fayette County, Georgia at coordinates 33.3573°N, 84.5826°W. USGS site number: 02344630. 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.