Flint River

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Flint River Levels

May 2 2024

59,986 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-821.7 cfs (-2.65%) since yesterday
64.22% of normal • Low

Total streamflow across the Flint River was last observed at 30,243 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 59,986 acre-ft of water today; about 64% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 47,093 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2016-01-03 when daily discharge volume was observed at 354,281 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Flint River At Bainbridge reporting a streamflow rate of 6,820 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Flint River, with a gauge stage of 18.99 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 12 different streamgauging stations along the Flint River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 778 ft, the Flint River Near Lovejoy.

Last Updated 2024-05-01
Streamflow 30,242.9 cfs
Percent of Normal 64.22%
Maximum 354,281.0 cfs
2016-01-03

About the flint river


The Flint River is a 344-mile-long river in Georgia, USA. It has a rich history, having been an important water source for Native Americans and later for European settlers. The river flows through the cities of Albany and Macon before ultimately emptying into the Chattahoochee River. The hydrology of the Flint River is largely affected by droughts, which have caused water shortages in the past. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Lake Blackshear Dam and the Flint River Dam. These serve to regulate the flow of water and provide hydroelectric power. The Flint River is also used for irrigation and recreation, with activities such as fishing and kayaking being popular among locals and tourists.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Flint River Near Lovejoy
USGS 02344350 		66 cfs 2.02 ft -1.05
Flint River Near Otisville
USGS 04147500 		259 cfs 3.75 ft -41
Flint River Near Griffin
USGS 02344500 		121 cfs 3.34 ft 1.68
Flint River Near Flint
USGS 04148500 		537 cfs 4.36 ft -31.15
Flint River At Brownsboro
USGS 03575100 		1670 cfs 10.41 ft 421.88
Flint River Near Culloden
USGS 02347500 		1040 cfs 2.89 ft -0.95
Flint River At Ga 26
USGS 02349605 		2170 cfs 3.56 ft -4.41
Flint River At Albany
USGS 02352500 		3440 cfs 4.18 ft -12.69
Flint River At Ga 32
USGS 02350512 		2600 cfs 4.65 ft -12.46
Flint River At Newton
USGS 02353000 		4990 cfs 7.22 ft -1.58
Flint River At Riverview Plantation Nr Hopeful
USGS 02355662 		6530 cfs 8.2 ft -0.46
Flint River At Bainbridge
USGS 02356000 		6820 cfs 18.99 ft -8.82

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