Major Flood
137 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
133 ft
Minor Flood
125 ft
Action Stage
123 ft
What Floods at Each Level
134 ft
Water begins intruding into the lowest level apartments in the back portion of the Links Apartment Complex on North Valdosta Road.
130 ft
Water intrudes into backyards along Winding Way... Park Lane... Meadowbrook Drive... and the lower parking lot at the YCMA on Gronto Road.
125 ft
The river reaches minimum flood stage. Langdale Park floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 1986 | 138.3 ft | 19,500 cfs |
| Feb 27, 2013 | 132.5 ft | 21,300 cfs |
| Mar 7, 1984 | 132.41 ft | 16,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VDRG1
River
Withlacoochee River
County
Lowndes, GA
Coordinates
30.8925°N, 83.3189°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Withlacoochee River near Valdosta at US 41?
The Withlacoochee River near Valdosta at US 41 gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02317755) 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 Withlacoochee River near Valdosta at US 41?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Withlacoochee River near Valdosta at US 41 is 125 feet. Action stage begins at 123 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 133 feet, and major flooding at 137 feet.
How do I get alerts when Withlacoochee River rises?
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Where is the Withlacoochee River near Valdosta at US 41 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lowndes County, Georgia at coordinates 30.8925°N, 83.3189°W. USGS site number: 02317755. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey