Major Flood
19 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding will continue to expand further into the woodlands and yards upstream and much further downstream to north Decatur and Emory University. The water level will begin to cover Casa Drive at the bridge...and will enter numerous homes near the creek. Extensive erosion of creek banks and roads near bridges will likely cause washouts.
15 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding will continue to expand further into the woodlands and yards upstream and much further downstream from the gage on Casa Drive to north Decatur and Emory University. The water level will reach the foundations of some homes on Casa Woods Lane and Casa Drive. Flooding of sheds and garages near the creek will be several feet deep.
12 ft
Minor flooding will continue to expand further into the woodlands and yards upstream and downstream from the gage on Casa Drive. Some flooding of sheds and garages near the creek will occur at homes on Casa Woods Lane and Casa Drive.
10 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding will occur in portions of the woodlands and yards near the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Casa Drive.
8 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached upstream and downstream from the stream gage at Casa Drive.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 10.25 ft | 1,843 cfs |
| Oct 10, 2020 | 9.79 ft | 1,650 cfs |
| Aug 20, 2013 | 9.35 ft | 1,470 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SFPG1
River
South Fork Peachtree Creek
County
De Kalb, GA
Coordinates
33.8104°N, 84.2480°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Peachtree Creek at Casa Drive at Clarkston?
The South Fork Peachtree Creek at Casa Drive at Clarkston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02336152) 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 South Fork Peachtree Creek at Casa Drive at Clarkston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Peachtree Creek at Casa Drive at Clarkston is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Peachtree Creek rises?
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Where is the South Fork Peachtree Creek at Casa Drive at Clarkston gauge located?
The gauge is located in De Kalb County, Georgia at coordinates 33.8104°N, 84.2480°W. USGS site number: 02336152. 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.