Major Flood
28 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 100. The water level will approach the bottom of the bridge and county officials may close it. The flood waters will impact farm structures several feet deep and surround a few homes.
23 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 100. Flood waters approach the foundations of some farm structures.
19 ft
Minor flooding continues in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 100.
17 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 100.
15 ft
Bankfull conditions occur along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 100.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2009 | 18.48 ft | 5,326 cfs |
| Dec 26, 2015 | 18.13 ft | 5,169 cfs |
| Dec 24, 2015 | 17.98 ft | 5,101 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BWNG1
River
Little Tallapoosa River
County
Carroll, GA
Coordinates
33.4928°N, 85.2792°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Tallapoosa River at GA 100 near Bowdon?
The Little Tallapoosa River at GA 100 near Bowdon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02413210) 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 Tallapoosa River at GA 100 near Bowdon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Tallapoosa River at GA 100 near Bowdon is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Tallapoosa River rises?
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Where is the Little Tallapoosa River at GA 100 near Bowdon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carroll County, Georgia at coordinates 33.4928°N, 85.2792°W. USGS site number: 02413210. 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.