Pole Bridge Creek at Evans Mill Road near Lithonia
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in De Kalb County, Georgia on the Pole Bridge Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02204037, 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
16 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding affects the woodlands and Dekalb County park near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Evans Mill Road. The walking trails and parking lot of the park are flooded. The flood waters top the bridge on Evans Mill Road and county officals will have it closed.
15 ft
Moderate flooding expands further into the woodlands and flood plain of the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Evans Mill Road. The walking trails of a Dekalb County park near the creek will be flooded with several feet of water. The flood waters reach the parking lot of the park and begin to flood Evans Mill Road near the bridge. County officals will likely have it closed.
13 ft
Moderate flooding begins. The flooding expands further into the woodlands and the flood plain of the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Evans Mill Road. The walking trails of a Dekalb County park near the creek will be flooded with several feet of water. The flood waters reach the bottom of the Evans Mill Road bridge and county officals may need to close it.
10 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands and natural flood plain of the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Evans Mill Road. Large portions of the walking trails of a Dekalb County park nearby will be flooded with a few feet of water.
8 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding will occur in the woodlands and natural flood plain of the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Evans Mill Road. Portions of the walking trails of a Dekalb County park nearby will be flooded.
6 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached upstream and downstream from the gage at Evans Mill Road. The rock foundation of the old Evans Mill will be covered with water. Low portions of the walking trails of a nearby Dekalb County park will begin to 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2019 | 8.25 ft | — |
| Apr 19, 2019 | 8.25 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PBCG1
River
Pole Bridge Creek
County
De Kalb, GA
Coordinates
33.6683°N, 84.1511°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pole Bridge Creek at Evans Mill Road near Lithonia?
The Pole Bridge Creek at Evans Mill Road near Lithonia gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02204037) 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 Pole Bridge Creek at Evans Mill Road near Lithonia?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pole Bridge Creek at Evans Mill Road near Lithonia is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pole Bridge Creek rises?
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Where is the Pole Bridge Creek at Evans Mill Road near Lithonia gauge located?
The gauge is located in De Kalb County, Georgia at coordinates 33.6683°N, 84.1511°W. USGS site number: 02204037. 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.