Alapaha River Flow Today
As of October 22, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Alapaha River is flowing at 2,890 cfs at Statenville, GA and down 10% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 377 to 2,890 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Alapaha River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Statenville, the Alapaha River is running 2,890 cfs, down 10% since yesterday.
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Alapaha (-22%).
How the Alapaha River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Alapaha251 ft 377 cfs
- Statenville101 ft 2,890 cfs
- Jennings Fla79 ft 2,600 cfs
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Alapaha River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alapaha River Near Alapaha GA
Oct 22, 3:00 AM · USGS 02316000 |
377 cfs | · | -22% | 7.66 ft | · | 251 ft |
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Alapaha River At Statenville GA
Oct 22, 2:45 AM · USGS 02317500 |
2,890 cfs | · | -10% | 13.24 ft | 86.8 ft below | 101 ft |
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Alapaha River Near Jennings Fla FL
Oct 22, 3:00 AM · USGS 02317620 |
2,600 cfs | · | -7% | 71.19 ft | 8.8 ft below | 79 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Alapaha River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Alapaha River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Alapaha River
The Alapaha River is a 202-mile-long river that runs through southern Georgia and northern Florida. It is a tributary of the Suwannee River, which eventually flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The river has a rich history, with evidence of Native American settlements dating back thousands of years. Today, the Alapaha River is used for recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, and boating. It is also a vital source of water for agriculture in the region. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Alapaha River Reservoir, which was constructed in the 1960s to provide water for irrigation and recreation. Despite its importance, the river is threatened by pollution and other environmental issues, and efforts are underway to protect it for future generations.
Fishing near the Alapaha River
About the Alapaha River
How is the Alapaha River flowing right now?
As of October 22, 2026, the Alapaha River is flowing at 2,890 cfs at Statenville, GA. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 377 to 2,890 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Alapaha River running high or low?
Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Alapaha River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Statenville (100.0 ft), Jennings Fla (80.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.