Alapaha River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Alapaha River is flowing at 226 cfs near Jennings Fla, FL — 83% of normal for the date and down 6% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 9.1 to 226 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 Jennings Fla, the Alapaha River is running 226 cfs — 83% of normal, down 6% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 87% of normal).
Highest against normal: Alapaha at 129%. Lowest: Jennings Fla at 83%.
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 9.1 cfs129%
- Statenville101 ft 128 cfs87%
- Jennings Fla79 ft 226 cfs83%
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.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Alapaha River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (87%).
Alapaha River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Alapaha River Near Alapaha GA
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 02316000 |
9.1 cfs | 129% | +8% | 2.48 ft | · | 251 ft |
|
Alapaha River At Statenville GA
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 02317500 |
128 cfs | 87% | -9% | 2.47 ft | 97.5 ft below | 101 ft |
|
Alapaha River Near Jennings Fla FL
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 02317620 |
226 cfs | 83% | -6% | 62.46 ft | 17.5 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 2, 2026, the Alapaha River is flowing at 226 cfs near Jennings Fla, FL, about 83% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 9.1 to 226 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Alapaha River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Alapaha River is at 87% of normal for the date. 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.