Alcovy River Flow Today
As of October 1, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Alcovy River is flowing at 26 cfs below Covington, GA — 47% of normal for the date and down 14% in 24 hours. 3 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 9.7 to 26 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Alcovy 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 Covington, the Alcovy River is running 26 cfs — 47% of normal, down 14% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 47% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Covington (-14%).
Highest against normal: New Hope Road at 85%. Lowest: Covington at 36%.
How the Alcovy 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
- New Hope Road854 ft 9.7 cfs85%
- Covington702 ft 17 cfs36%
- Covington677 ft 26 cfs47%
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 Alcovy River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (47%).
Alcovy River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alcovy River Near Lawrenceville GA
Last reported Nov 6 · USGS 02208050 |
8.1 cfs | · | · | 0.01 ft | flood 15.0 ft | 943 ft |
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Alcovy River At New Hope Road GA
Oct 1, 2:45 AM · USGS 02208150 |
9.7 cfs | 85% | 0% | 1.95 ft | 7.1 ft below | 854 ft |
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Alcovy River Above Covington GA
Oct 1, 3:00 AM · USGS 02208450 |
17 cfs | 36% | -8% | 1.29 ft | 10.7 ft below | 702 ft |
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Alcovy River Below Covington GA
Oct 1, 3:15 AM · USGS 02209000 |
26 cfs | 47% | -14% | 1.53 ft | 9.5 ft below | 677 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 Alcovy River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Alcovy River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Alcovy River
The Alcovy River is a 56-mile long river in Georgia, USA. The river became a key transportation route for early settlers during the colonial period, and was used for commerce until the late 19th century. The river is fed by several smaller streams and tributaries, and flows into Lake Jackson, which is part of the Altamaha River Basin. The river is known for its diverse hydrology, which ranges from rocky shoals to deep pools. The Alcovy River is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Hard Labor Creek Reservoir and the Alcovy Conservation Center Reservoir. These reservoirs provide water for agricultural, industrial, and residential uses. Recreation is also a popular use of the Alcovy River, with activities like fishing, canoeing, and swimming being popular among visitors.
Fishing near the Alcovy River
About the Alcovy River
How is the Alcovy River flowing right now?
As of October 1, 2026, the Alcovy River is flowing at 26 cfs below Covington, GA, about 47% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 9.7 to 26 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Alcovy River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Alcovy River is at 47% 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 Alcovy River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Lawrenceville (15.0 ft), New Hope Road (9.0 ft), Covington (12.0 ft), Covington (11.0 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.