-31.0 cfs (-5.54%) since yesterday
60.51% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Chattooga River
was last observed at
529
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,049
acre-ft of water today; about 61%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
874 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2020-04-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at
29,640 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Chattooga River Near Clayton
reporting a streamflow rate of 529 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Chattooga River Above Gaylesville Al
with a gauge stage of 3.94 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Chattooga River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,165 ft, the
Chattooga River Near Clayton.
Last Updated
2024-10-09
Streamflow
529.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
60.51%
Maximum
29,640.0 cfs
2020-04-14
About the chattooga river
The Chattooga River is a 57-mile-long river that flows through Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. It is known for its whitewater rapids and scenic beauty, as well as its role in several movies, including "Deliverance." The river is fed by numerous small streams and is regulated by several reservoirs and dams, including the Tugalo Dam, which creates Lake Tugalo, and the Chattooga Dam, which creates Lake Chattooga. These reservoirs are used for hydropower, flood control, and recreation. The Chattooga River is also used for fishing, swimming, and other recreational activities, and it provides water for irrigation and other agricultural uses. The river has a rich history, dating back to the Native American tribes who once lived along its banks, and it has been designated a National Wild and Scenic River for its unique natural and cultural features.
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