Mill Creek at Dalton
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Whitfield County, Georgia on the Mill Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02385500, 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
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Extensive widespread inundation flooding occurs of the water treatment plant property...woodlands and fields...and other areas upstream and downstream from the gage on Chattanooga Avenue. The water level tops the bridge and causes erosion to the banks. Large portions of Chattanooga Avenue...Coronet Drive...Chenille Drive and nearby service roads will be flooded one to three feet deep.
17 ft
Major flooding begins with widespread inundation flooding of the water treatment plant property...woodlands and fields...and other areas upstream and downstream from the gage on Chattanooga Avenue. The water level hits the bridge and may cause erosion to the banks. Portions of Chattanooga Avenue...Coronet Drive...Chenille Drive and nearby service roads will be flooded one to two feet deep.
15 ft
Significant flooding continues by the water treatment plant and in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Chattanooga Avenue. The water level hits the bridge and may cause erosion to the banks. County officials will likely have the road closed. Flooding begins on low lying portions of Chattanooga Avenue and services roads nearby.
14 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs by the water treatment plant and in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Chattanooga Avenue. The water level begins to hit the bottom of the bridge and county officials may close it.
13 ft
Minor flooding continues and expands near the water treatment plant and in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Chattanooga Avenue.
11 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins near the water treatment plant and in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Chattanooga Avenue.
9 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached along the creek near the water treatment plant and upstream and downstream from the gage on Chattanooga Avenue.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 2020 | 14.74 ft | 3,196 cfs |
| Apr 13, 2020 | 14.74 ft | 3,196 cfs |
| May 9, 2024 | 12.17 ft | 2,168 cfs |
| May 9, 2024 | 12.17 ft | 2,168 cfs |
| Dec 25, 2015 | 12.13 ft | 2,152 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mill Creek at Dalton?
The Mill Creek at Dalton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02385500) 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 Mill Creek at Dalton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mill Creek at Dalton is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
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Where is the Mill Creek at Dalton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Whitfield County, Georgia at coordinates 34.7884°N, 84.9750°W. USGS site number: 02385500. 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.