Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24.4 ft
Flood of record in 1998 on Spring Creek.
22 ft
Many homes along Spring Creek become subject to flooding.
20 ft
Access to many homes cut off along Spring Creek in Miller, Decatur and Seminole Counties.
18 ft
Flood waters approach homes near Yates Road and Smith Landing.
16 ft
Spring Creek begins to overflow low lying areas.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
125 cfs
Minimum flow required to paddle the 27.9 mi stretch of Spring Creek from US 27 to Smith Landing.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 1998 | 24.4 ft | 34,500 cfs |
| Mar 30, 2009 | 20.75 ft | 18,500 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2009 | 20.56 ft | 17,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spring Creek near Iron City (CR 16)?
The Spring Creek near Iron City (CR 16) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02357000) 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 Spring Creek near Iron City (CR 16)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spring Creek near Iron City (CR 16) is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spring Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Spring Creek near Iron City (CR 16) to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Spring Creek near Iron City (CR 16) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Decatur County, Georgia at coordinates 31.0397°N, 84.7383°W. USGS site number: 02357000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.