Major Flood
26 ft
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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
22 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Minor flooding continues to expand further into the woodlands and fields near the river upstream and downstream from the gage on the Rocky Plains Road bridge.
18 ft
Flood Stage is reached. Minor flooding begins of woodlands and fields near the river upstream and downstream from the gage on the Rocky Plains Road bridge.
16 ft
Bankfull conditions are reached along the river upstream and downstream from the gage on the Rocky Plains Road bridge.
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 26, 2015 | 22.09 ft | 19,992 cfs |
| Sep 29, 2024 | 20.92 ft | 15,901 cfs |
| Apr 21, 2019 | 20.55 ft | 14,653 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellow River at Rocky Plains Road near Rocky Plains?
The Yellow River at Rocky Plains Road near Rocky Plains gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02208000) 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 Yellow River at Rocky Plains Road near Rocky Plains?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellow River at Rocky Plains Road near Rocky Plains is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yellow River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Yellow River at Rocky Plains Road near Rocky Plains 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 Yellow River at Rocky Plains Road near Rocky Plains gauge located?
The gauge is located in Newton County, Georgia at coordinates 33.4997°N, 83.8842°W. USGS site number: 02208000. 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.