Altamaha River Flow Today
As of October 10, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Altamaha River is flowing at 4,140 cfs at Doctortown, GA — 144% of normal for the date and down 5% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 2,880 to 4,140 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Altamaha 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 Doctortown, the Altamaha River is running 4,140 cfs — 144% of normal, down 5% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 128% of normal).
How the Altamaha 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
- Baxley72 ft 2,880 cfs113%
- Doctortown71 ft 4,140 cfs144%
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 Altamaha River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (128%).
Altamaha River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Altamaha River Near Baxley GA
Oct 10, 2:45 AM · USGS 02225000 |
2,880 cfs | 113% | -1% | 2.65 ft | 71.9 ft below | 72 ft |
|
Altamaha River At Doctortown GA
Oct 10, 3:00 AM · USGS 02226000 |
4,140 cfs | 144% | -5% | 5.08 ft | 6.9 ft below | 71 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 Altamaha River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Altamaha River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Altamaha River
The Altamaha River is the second-largest river in Georgia, stretching over 137 miles from its headwaters in the Oconee and Ocmulgee River basins to the Atlantic Ocean. The river has a rich history dating back to prehistoric times, and it played a significant role in the development of coastal Georgia. The Altamaha River basin is home to several dams, including the Bullard Creek Dam, the Griffin Reservoir Dam, and the Altamaha Plantation Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power, irrigation water, and flood control to the region. The Altamaha River is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and boating. The river basin is also used for agricultural purposes, including dairy farming, aquaculture, and crop cultivation.
Fishing near the Altamaha River
About the Altamaha River
How is the Altamaha River flowing right now?
As of October 10, 2026, the Altamaha River is flowing at 4,140 cfs at Doctortown, GA, about 144% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 2,880 to 4,140 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Altamaha River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Altamaha River is at 128% 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 Altamaha River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Baxley (74.5 ft), Doctortown (12.0 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.