Etowah River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Etowah River Levels

May 7 2024

17,107 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-617.0 cfs (-6.68%) since yesterday
75.91% of Normal 6 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Etowah River was last observed at 8,625 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 17,107 acre-ft of water today; about 76% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 11,362 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2019-04-20 when daily discharge volume was observed at 60,490 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Etowah River Near Kingston reporting a streamflow rate of 4,710 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop with a gauge stage of 13.53 ft. This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Etowah River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,042 ft, the Etowah River At Ga 9.

Last Updated 2024-05-07
Streamflow 8,625.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 75.91%
Maximum 60,490.0 cfs
2019-04-20

About the etowah river


Etowah River is a 164-mile-long river located in northern Georgia, United States. The river's history dates back to the 1800s when it was used for transportation and industrial purposes. The river's hydrology is affected by seasonal rainfall and snowmelt. The river has several reservoirs, including the Lake Allatoona, which was created by the construction of the Allatoona Dam in 1949. The river is also home to the Bartow County Reservoir, which serves as a water source for the city of Cartersville. The Etowah River is used for recreational purposes, including fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The river also plays a critical role in agriculture, providing irrigation and water for livestock. The Etowah River is a vital natural resource that plays a vital role in the economy and ecosystem of northern Georgia.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Etowah River At Ga 9
USGS 02389150
237 cfs 4.61 ft -5.2
Etowah River At Canton
USGS 02392000
1070 cfs 3.19 ft -23.57
Etowah River At Allatoona Dam
USGS 02394000
388 cfs 1.28 ft 0
Etowah River At Ga 61
USGS 02394670
1040 cfs 5.89 ft 29.35
Etowah River Near Kingston
USGS 02395000
4710 cfs 7.5 ft 17.16
Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop
USGS 02395980
1180 cfs 13.53 ft -50.42

Peak Annual Discharge

Etowah River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Etowah River Year Over Year Discharge


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