Little River at Newborn Road near Newborn
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Morgan County, Georgia on the Little River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02220788, 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
22 ft
Moderate Flood
19 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread innundation of water expands further into the woodlands and fields near the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Newborn Road. The bridge forms an obstacle and acts like a dam causing some backwater and erosion eddies to the sides of the bridge. The water level reaches the top of the bridge. The depth of water on the road at the bridge will be around one foot deep and it will be closed by local officials.
21 ft
Moderate flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands and fields near the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Newborn Road. The bridge forms an obstacle and acts like a dam causing some backwater and erosion eddies to the sides of the bridge. The road on the bridge will begin to flood and local officials will likely have it closed.
19 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands and fields near the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Newborn Road. The water level reaches the bottom of the bridge. This may cause local officials to close it due to possible erosion around the supports.
16 ft
Minor flooding continues and expands much further into the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Newborn Road.
14 ft
Minor flooding continues of the natural flood plain and expands further into the woodlands along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Newborn Road.
12 ft
Flood Stage is reached. Minor flooding begins of woodlands and the natural flood plain of the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Newborn Road.
10 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Newborn Road.
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 30, 2015 | 13.67 ft | 2,709 cfs |
| Dec 30, 2015 | 13.67 ft | 2,709 cfs |
| Aug 6, 2025 | 12.59 ft | 1,250 cfs |
| Aug 6, 2025 | 12.59 ft | 1,250 cfs |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 12.58 ft | 1,248 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little River at Newborn Road near Newborn?
The Little River at Newborn Road near Newborn gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02220788) 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 Little River at Newborn Road near Newborn?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little River at Newborn Road near Newborn is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
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Where is the Little River at Newborn Road near Newborn gauge located?
The gauge is located in Morgan County, Georgia at coordinates 33.5564°N, 83.6664°W. USGS site number: 02220788. 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.