Major Flood
900 ft
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: TUGG1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
899 ft
Minor Flood
894 ft
Action Stage
892 ft
What Floods at Each Level
892 ft
NO ROADS BUT HIKERS OR FISHERMAN WILL BE SWEPT AWAY.
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ALL GATES OPEN FLOODING DOWNSTREAM WILL CAUSE FLOODING BELOW THE YONAH DAM. THIS WILL BE A HIGH WATER EVENT
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 31, 1899 | 893.2 ft | — |
| May 29, 2018 | 889.98 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
TUGG1
River
Tallulah River
County
Habersham, GA
Coordinates
34.7117°N, 83.3514°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tallulah River at TUGALO DAM?
The Tallulah River at TUGALO 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 TUGALO DAM?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tallulah River at TUGALO DAM is 894 feet. Action stage begins at 892 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 899 feet, and major flooding at 900 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tallulah River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tallulah River at TUGALO DAM 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 Tallulah River at TUGALO DAM gauge located?
The gauge is located in Habersham County, Georgia at coordinates 34.7117°N, 83.3514°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.