Tobesofkee Creek near Macon
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Bibb County, Georgia on the Tobesofkee Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02213500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
33 ft
30,000 cfs
Moderate Flood
28 ft
17,900 cfs
Minor Flood
20 ft
7,150 cfs
Action Stage
17 ft
5,040 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
39 ft
Near record flooding occurs upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. Flood waters will cover the road and bridge around 6 feet deep with erosion likely to the embankments. Two houses just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will be under 6 to 9 feet of water. Other homes upstream off of Stapleton Road...Pineworth Pointe Drive and Pineworth Road will be flooded a few feet deep. This will be similar to the flooding associated with Tropical Storm Alberto in July 1994.
36 ft
Major flooding continues with widespread inundation flooding in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. Flood waters will cover the road and bridge around 3 feet deep with erosion likely to the embankments. Two houses just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will be flooded several feet deep. Other homes upstream off of Stapleton Road...Pineworth Pointe Drive and Pineworth Road will begin to flood.
33 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. Flood waters will begin to cover the road and top the bridge with possible erosion to the embankments. County officals will have it closed. Two houses just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will be flooded from one to five feet deep.
31 ft
Significant flooding expands further into the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. The water level will be hitting the bridge with possible erosion to the embankments. County officals will likely have it closed. A house just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will be flooded around three feet deep. Flood waters will approach the foundation of a neighboring house.
29 ft
Significant flooding continues in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. The water level will reach the bottom of the bridge and county officals may close it. A house just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will be flooded around one foot deep.
28 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. The side yard of a house just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will be flooded one to four feet deep. The flood waters will begin to cover the driveway and approach the foundation of the home.
26 ft
Minor flooding expands further into the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. The side yard of a house just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will be flooded one to two feet deep.
24 ft
Minor flooding expands into the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road. The side yard of a house just downstream and on the right bank from the bridge will begin to flood.
22 ft
Minor flooding continues in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road.
20 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus Road.
17 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached in the woodlands and fields along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Columbus 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1994 | 39.5 ft | 54,000 cfs |
| Jul 5, 1994 | 39.5 ft | 54,000 cfs |
| Mar 14, 1929 | 25.4 ft | 1,929 cfs |
| Mar 14, 1929 | 25.4 ft | 1,929 cfs |
| Mar 20, 1944 | 23.2 ft | 9,830 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tobesofkee Creek near Macon?
The Tobesofkee Creek near Macon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02213500) 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 Tobesofkee Creek near Macon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tobesofkee Creek near Macon is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
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Where is the Tobesofkee Creek near Macon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bibb County, Georgia at coordinates 32.8089°N, 83.7583°W. USGS site number: 02213500. 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.