Tallulah River above Plum Orchard Rd 6 NW Tiger
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rabun County, Georgia on the Tallulah River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02178400, 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
26 ft
Moderate Flood
24 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
BACKWATER EFFECTS FROM THE TULLULAH RIVER ON PERSIMMON CREEK MAY CAUSE FLOODING OF HOMES ALONG THE CREEK.
20.5 ft
A FEW HOMES DOWNSTREAM OF GAGE ALONG THE RIVER MAY BEGIN TO FLOOD.
10 ft
10 FT GAGE STRUCTURE WILL LIKELY BE FLOODED.
5 ft
AT 5 FT FRED THOMPSON ROAD SHOULD BE FLOODED. THERE IS ONLY ONE HOME OFF THIS ROAD BUT IT IS ON HIGHER GROUND AND IS LIKELY USED AS VACATION CABIN.
3 ft
3 INCHES OF RAIN IN 12 HOURS WILL NOT CAUSE ANY FLOODING.
2.5 ft
2.50 IN 3 HOURS DID NOT CAUSE FLOODING. HEAVY RAIN TO THE WEST OF THIS GAGE SITE WILL FLOW INTO DICKS, CHASTAIN, MOCCASIN OR WILDCAT CREEKS. THIS AREA IS FOREST LAND AND ONLY HAS 1 ROAD...WILDCAT 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 1973 | 12 ft | 8,500 cfs |
| May 27, 1973 | 12 ft | 8,500 cfs |
| Oct 3, 1964 | 11.12 ft | 7,440 cfs |
| Oct 3, 1964 | 11.12 ft | 7,440 cfs |
| Sep 7, 2004 | 11.08 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tallulah River above Plum Orchard Rd 6 NW Tiger?
The Tallulah River above Plum Orchard Rd 6 NW Tiger gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02178400) 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 Tallulah River above Plum Orchard Rd 6 NW Tiger?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tallulah River above Plum Orchard Rd 6 NW Tiger is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tallulah River rises?
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Where is the Tallulah River above Plum Orchard Rd 6 NW Tiger gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rabun County, Georgia at coordinates 34.8903°N, 83.5306°W. USGS site number: 02178400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS and Georgia Power, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey