Major Flood
23 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
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
water covers Rocky Ford Road near the bridge. Several homes on the south side of Rocky Ford are flooded.
18 ft
several homes on the south side of Rocky Ford will be flooded.
13 ft
the Rocky Ford boat ramp at the bridge on Rocky Ford Road is unusable. Agricultural lands along the river flood.
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 7, 2024 | 14.22 ft | — |
| Mar 22, 2003 | 13.92 ft | 20,300 cfs |
| Feb 21, 2020 | 13.88 ft | 25,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RFDG1
River
Ogeechee River
County
Screven, GA
Coordinates
32.6493°N, 81.8408°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ogeechee River near Rocky Ford?
The Ogeechee River near Rocky Ford gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02202040) 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 Ogeechee River near Rocky Ford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ogeechee River near Rocky Ford is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ogeechee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ogeechee River near Rocky Ford to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Ogeechee River near Rocky Ford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Screven County, Georgia at coordinates 32.6493°N, 81.8408°W. USGS site number: 02202040. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.