Willeo Creek at GA 120 near Roswell
Georgia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Fulton County, Georgia on the Willeo Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02335790, 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Major flooding begins. Widespread inundation flooding occurs in the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120. The water level hits the bridge and causes erosion to the banks. Roswell Road will begin to flood and county officials will have it closed. The flood waters will surround or be a few feet deep in some homes on Watercrest Commons Circle...Overlook Drive and Ridgefield Drive.
23 ft
Significant flooding expands further into the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120. The water level hits the bridge and may cause erosion to the banks. County officials will likely have it closed. The flood waters will be approaching of the foundations of some homes on Watercrest Commons Circle...Overlook Drive and Ridgefield Drive.
20 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Significant flooding occurs in the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120. The water level reaches the bottom of the bridge and county officials may close it. The flood waters will be up to 8 feet deep in some of the backyards.
18 ft
Minor flooding expands further into the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120. The flood waters will be up to 6 feet deep in some of the backyards.
16 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand into the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120. The flood waters will be up to 4 feet deep in some of the backyards.
14 ft
Minor flooding continues in the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120. The flood waters will be up to two feet deep in some of the backyards.
12 ft
Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins in the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120.
11 ft
Bankfull conditions continue to expand into low lying areas of the woodlands and backyards of homes along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120.
9 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached along the creek upstream and downstream from the gage on Roswell Road or Georgia Highway 120.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2009 | 14.7 ft | 6,200 cfs |
| Sep 21, 2009 | 14.7 ft | 6,200 cfs |
| Oct 11, 2009 | 10.35 ft | 1,900 cfs |
| Oct 11, 2009 | 10.35 ft | 1,900 cfs |
| Jan 3, 2015 | 9.42 ft | 1,450 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Willeo Creek at GA 120 near Roswell?
The Willeo Creek at GA 120 near Roswell gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02335790) 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 Willeo Creek at GA 120 near Roswell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Willeo Creek at GA 120 near Roswell is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Willeo Creek rises?
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Where is the Willeo Creek at GA 120 near Roswell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fulton County, Georgia at coordinates 34.0028°N, 84.3944°W. USGS site number: 02335790. 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.