Major Flood
20 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
17.5 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Water approaches a residence on the east bank of the river.
26 ft
Water floods the eastbound approach to the GA-188 bridge.
23 ft
Water reaches the base of the GA-188 bridge and the road is subject to closure above this level.
20 ft
Water begins to approach the base of the GA-188 bridge.
17.5 ft
Access to residences along the river between the gage and US-19 may become restricted by flood waters.
13 ft
Lowland flooding begins downstream of the GA 188 bridge.
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 1, 2009 | 18.59 ft | 15,450 cfs |
| Mar 8, 1998 | 17.44 ft | 12,800 cfs |
| Mar 6, 1984 | 17.28 ft | 13,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CLDG1
River
Ochlockonee River
County
Thomas, GA
Coordinates
31.0022°N, 83.9392°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ochlockonee River near Coolidge?
The Ochlockonee River near Coolidge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02327355) 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 Ochlockonee River near Coolidge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ochlockonee River near Coolidge is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17.5 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ochlockonee River rises?
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Where is the Ochlockonee River near Coolidge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Thomas County, Georgia at coordinates 31.0022°N, 83.9392°W. USGS site number: 02327355. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey