South River at GA 81 at Snapping Shoals
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Newton County, Georgia on the South River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02204520, 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
20 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Major flooding continues with widespread inundation flooding of the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 81. Flooding of some homes off Crown Landing Parkway and Aviation Court in Henry County occurs. Much further downstream in north Butts county...portions of Lucy Lane and Lunsford Road will be flooded up to 8 feet deep. Flood waters will be up to 4 feet deep in some homes.
20 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 81. Flooding of backyards of homes off Crown Landing Parkway and Aviation Court in Henry County occurs. Much further downstream in north Butts county...portions of Lucy Lane and Lunsford Road will be flooded up to 6 feet deep. Flood waters will be up to two feet deep in some homes.
18 ft
Significant flooding expands into the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 81. Much further downstream in north Butts county...yards of homes and portions of Lucy Lane and Lunsford Road will be flooded up to 4 feet deep. Flood waters will begin to enter some homes.
16 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 81. Much further downstream in north Butts county...yards of homes and portions of Lucy Lane and Lunsford Road will be flooded up to two feet deep. The water level will be approaching the foundations of some homes.
14 ft
Minor flooding expands into woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 81. Much further downstream in north Butts county...yards of homes and portions of Lucy Lane and Lunsford Road will be flooded.
12 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands and fields along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 81. Much further downstream...portions of Lucy Lane and Lunsford Road in north Butts County begin to flood.
10 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on Georgia Highway 81.
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 28, 2024 | 16.41 ft | — |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 16.41 ft | — |
| Apr 20, 2019 | 14.85 ft | — |
| Apr 20, 2019 | 14.85 ft | — |
| Dec 25, 2015 | 14.53 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South River at GA 81 at Snapping Shoals?
The South River at GA 81 at Snapping Shoals gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02204520) 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 River at GA 81 at Snapping Shoals?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South River at GA 81 at Snapping Shoals is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
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Where is the South River at GA 81 at Snapping Shoals gauge located?
The gauge is located in Newton County, Georgia at coordinates 33.4844°N, 83.9581°W. USGS site number: 02204520. 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.