Potato Creek at County Line Road near Orchard Hill
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Spalding County, Georgia on the Potato Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02346310, 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
17 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding never seen before occurs in the woodlands...fields and pastures upstream and downstream from the gage on County Line Road. The water level will be at least 2 feet deep over the top of the bridge and up to 3 feet deep over the road. The bridge may become washed out.
15 ft
Significant flooding expands further into the woodlands...fields and pastures upstream and downstream from the gage on County Line Road. The water level will top the bridge causing it to act like a dam. Erosion will likely occur to the sides of the bridge and county officials will have it closed. The water will be around one foot deep over the road.
14 ft
Significant flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands...fields and pastures upstream and downstream from the gage on County Line Road. The water level hits the bridge causing it to act like a dam. Erosion may occur to the sides of the bridge and county officials will likely have it closed. The water level will begin to flow over the road in low areas.
13 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding expands further into the woodlands...fields and pastures upstream and downstream from the gage on County Line Road. The water level reaches the bottom of the bridge and county officials may close the bridge.
12 ft
Minor flooding continues in the woodlands...fields and pastures upstream and downstream from the gage on County Line Road.
11 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding of woodlands...fields and pastures begin upstream and downstream from the gage on County Line Road.
9 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached upstream and downstream from the gage on County Line Road.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2005 | 14.16 ft | — |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 14.16 ft | — |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 11.99 ft | 1,424 cfs |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 11.99 ft | 1,424 cfs |
| Mar 27, 2023 | 11.95 ft | 1,399 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Potato Creek at County Line Road near Orchard Hill?
The Potato Creek at County Line Road near Orchard Hill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02346310) 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 Potato Creek at County Line Road near Orchard Hill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Potato Creek at County Line Road near Orchard Hill is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
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Where is the Potato Creek at County Line Road near Orchard Hill gauge located?
The gauge is located in Spalding County, Georgia at coordinates 33.1872°N, 84.2294°W. USGS site number: 02346310. 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.