Major Flood
11 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major flooding continues with widespread inundation of the woodlands and agricultural fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Shoal Creek Road. The Shoal Creek Road bridge is topped with flood waters 2 to 3 feet deep over the road. Severe erosion will occur to the bridge with a washout likely. The water level will be approaching a house just north of the bridge.
11 ft
Major flooding begins with widespread inundation of the woodlands and agricultural fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Shoal Creek Road. The Shoal Creek Road bridge is topped with flood waters 1 to 2 feet deep over the road. Severe erosion will occur to the bridge with a possible washout.
10 ft
Significant flooding continues in the woodlands and agricultural fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Shoal Creek Road. The water level begins to hit the bridge and flood portions of Shoal Creek Road. County officials will likely close it.
9 ft
Moderate flooding beings. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands and agricultural fields upstream and downstream from the gage on Shoal Creek Road. The water level reaches the bottom of the bridge and county officials may close it.
8 ft
Minor flooding continues of the natural flood plain upstream and downstream from the gage on Shoal Creek Road. This primarily affects woodlands and agricultural fields.
7 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins of the natural flood plain upstream and downstream from the gage on Shoal Creek Road. This will primarily affect woodlands and agricultural fields.
5 ft
Bankfull conditions occur along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Shoal Creek 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 | 8.72 ft | — |
| Apr 19, 2019 | 7.78 ft | 4,616 cfs |
| Dec 3, 2009 | 7.72 ft | 1,451 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shoal Creek at Shoal Creek Road near Griffin?
The Shoal Creek at Shoal Creek Road near Griffin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02344478) 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 Shoal Creek at Shoal Creek Road near Griffin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shoal Creek at Shoal Creek Road near Griffin is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Shoal Creek rises?
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Where is the Shoal Creek at Shoal Creek Road near Griffin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Spalding County, Georgia at coordinates 33.2572°N, 84.3625°W. USGS site number: 02344478. 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.