-5899.0 cfs (-22.2%) since yesterday
58.92% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Chattahoochee River
was last observed at
20,674
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
41,006
acre-ft of water today; about 59%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
35,086 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-12-29 when daily discharge volume was observed at
185,045 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Chattahoochee River At Us 27
reporting a streamflow rate of 3,120 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Chattahoochee River Below Morgan Falls Dam
with a gauge stage of 811.3 ft.
This river is monitored from 14 different streamgauging stations along the Chattahoochee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,423 ft, the
Chattahoochee River At Helen.
Last Updated
2024-05-08
Streamflow
20,674.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
58.92%
Maximum
185,045.0 cfs
2018-12-29
About the chattahoochee river
The Chattahoochee River is 430 miles long and runs from its headwaters in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia to its confluence with the Flint River in Florida where it becomes the Apalachicola River. It has played a significant role in the history of the area, serving as a major transportation route during the Civil War and as a source of water for agriculture and industry. The river is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking. Several dams and reservoirs have been built along the river, including the Buford Dam which created Lake Lanier, a popular recreational spot for boating and fishing. The river's hydrology has been impacted by urbanization and agriculture, leading to water quality concerns and disputes over water usage.