Major Flood
21 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands...fields and pastures upstream and downstream from the gage on Owltown Road. The recreational parks near the river should be closed due to flooding.
13 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding occurs in the woodlands...fields and pastures upstream and downstream from the gage on Owltown Road. Evacuations will be needed in any recreational parks near the river.
11 ft
Bankfull conditions continue upstream and downstream from the gage on Owltown Road. Some flooding of low lying areas in recreational parks will occur.
10 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached upstream and downstream from the gage on Owltown 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1967 | 19.04 ft | 12,900 cfs |
| Dec 24, 2015 | 15.63 ft | 7,467 cfs |
| Mar 26, 2021 | 14.88 ft | 6,837 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Nottely River near Blairsville?
The Nottely River near Blairsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03550500) 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 Nottely River near Blairsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Nottely River near Blairsville is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Nottely River rises?
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Where is the Nottely River near Blairsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Union County, Georgia at coordinates 34.8411°N, 83.9361°W. USGS site number: 03550500. 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.
- The above river forecast includes future rainfall. Forecast stages may be different if the rainfall does not occur.