Oothkalooga Creek at GA 53 Spur at Calhoun
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Gordon County, Georgia on the Oothkalooga Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02387600, 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
26 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Major flooding begins. The water level begins to work its way into the Mohawk Home Industries buildings.
22 ft
Moderate flooding begins. The water level reaches the Mohawk Homes Industries buildings and completely floods their parking lot. The pastureland downstream on the left bank floods completely.
18 ft
Minor flooding of the natural flood plain begins. The parking lot of the Mohawk Home Industries complex begins to flood. Athletic fields at the recreation center upstream on the right bank become flooded.
15 ft
Bankfull is reached upstream and downstream from the river gauge at GA Hwy. 53 Spur.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 2015 | 20.21 ft | 2,793 cfs |
| Dec 29, 2015 | 20.21 ft | 2,793 cfs |
| Feb 23, 2019 | 19.12 ft | 2,541 cfs |
| Feb 23, 2019 | 19.12 ft | 2,541 cfs |
| Mar 26, 2021 | 18.81 ft | 2,469 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OTKG1
River
Oothkalooga Creek
County
Gordon, GA
Coordinates
34.4956°N, 84.9653°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Oothkalooga Creek at GA 53 Spur at Calhoun?
The Oothkalooga Creek at GA 53 Spur at Calhoun gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02387600) 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 Oothkalooga Creek at GA 53 Spur at Calhoun?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Oothkalooga Creek at GA 53 Spur at Calhoun is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Oothkalooga Creek rises?
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Where is the Oothkalooga Creek at GA 53 Spur at Calhoun gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gordon County, Georgia at coordinates 34.4956°N, 84.9653°W. USGS site number: 02387600. 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.