Tallulah River at BURTON DAM
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rabun County, Georgia on the Tallulah River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: TIGG1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
1872 ft
Moderate Flood
1870 ft
Minor Flood
1867 ft
Action Stage
1866.6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1867.6 ft
SEVERAL HOMES BELOW DAM WILL FLOOD. RABUN MOUNTAIN AND SEED LAKE ROADS WILL ALSO FLOOD.
5 ft
5 GATES OPEN EXPECT FLOODING DOWNSTREAM... CONDITION C HIGH WATTER
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 2015 | 1867.35 ft | — |
| Dec 29, 2015 | 1867.35 ft | — |
| May 29, 2018 | 1867.1 ft | — |
| May 29, 2018 | 1867.1 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
TIGG1
River
Tallulah River
County
Rabun, GA
Coordinates
34.7947°N, 83.5403°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tallulah River at BURTON DAM?
The Tallulah River at BURTON DAM gauge is maintained by USGS 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 at BURTON DAM?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tallulah River at BURTON DAM is 1867 feet. Action stage begins at 1866.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1870 feet, and major flooding at 1872 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tallulah River rises?
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Where is the Tallulah River at BURTON DAM gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rabun County, Georgia at coordinates 34.7947°N, 83.5403°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.