Major Flood
20 ft
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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
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Minor flooding expands into woodlands upstream and downstream from the gage on Dames Ferry Road or Georgia Highway 18. Low lying areas and portions of river access roads will become inundated with water.
16 ft
Minor flooding of woodlands in the natural flood plain begins along the river. Low lying areas and portions of river access roads...upstream and downstream from the gage on Dames Ferry Road or Georgia Highway 18 will begin to flood.
15 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached upstream and downstream from the gage located on Dames Ferry Road or Georgia Highway 18.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 1948 | 36.3 ft | 80,000 cfs |
| Dec 26, 2015 | 19.07 ft | 48,437 cfs |
| Sep 29, 2024 | 18.99 ft | 48,137 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ocmulgee River at GA 18 at Dames Ferry?
The Ocmulgee River at GA 18 at Dames Ferry gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02212735) 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 Ocmulgee River at GA 18 at Dames Ferry?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ocmulgee River at GA 18 at Dames Ferry is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ocmulgee River rises?
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Where is the Ocmulgee River at GA 18 at Dames Ferry gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, Georgia at coordinates 33.0167°N, 83.7272°W. USGS site number: 02212735. 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.