Long Swamp Creek near Nelson
Cherokee County, Georgia
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 23 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs along the creek in the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Reavis Mountain Road. Flood waters reach the bottom of the bridge and county officials may close it.
- 22 ft
Minor flooding continues along the creek in the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Reavis Mountain Road.
- 21 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins along the creek in the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Reavis Mountain Road.
- 18 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached along the creek in the woodlands and fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Reavis Mountain Road.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2013 | 16.13 ft | 7,600 cfs |
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