Conasauga River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Conasauga River is flowing at 76 cfs at Tilton, GA — 50% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 65 to 76 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Conasauga 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 Tilton, the Conasauga River is running 76 cfs — 50% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 63% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 3 runs on the Conasauga River with a live range are in range, 3 too low.
How the Conasauga 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
- Eton698 ft 65 cfs75%
- Tilton683 ft 76 cfs50%
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 Conasauga River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (63%).
Conasauga River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conasauga River Near Eton GA
Oct 3, 3:00 AM · USGS 02384500 |
65 cfs | 75% | 0% | 2.21 ft | 9.8 ft below | 698 ft |
|
Conasauga River At Tilton GA
Oct 3, 3:00 AM · USGS 02387000 |
76 cfs | 50% | 0% | 2.16 ft | 15.8 ft below | 683 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.
Paddle runs on the Conasauga River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nf Boundary To Taylor'S Creek In Cherokee Nf (Tn) Gauge: Eton |
Too low | 65 cfs | 300–2,000 cfs | III–IV |
| Source In Cohutta Wilderness To Nf Boundary North Of Murray'S Lake Gauge: Eton |
Too low | 65 cfs | 300–2,000 cfs | II–IV |
| Taylors Creek (Rm 74.5) To Nf Boundary (Rm 70.0) Gauge: Eton |
Too low | 65 cfs | 300–2,000 cfs | · |
| Northern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness To Confluence With Conasauga River Gauge: Eton |
No live range | 65 cfs | 6–37 cfs typical | III–V |
| Southern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness Near Peter Cove To Northern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness Near Alaculsy Gauge: Eton |
No live range | 65 cfs | 6–37 cfs typical | IV–III |
Dams & reservoirs on the Conasauga River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Conasauga River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Conasauga River
The Conasauga River is a 93-mile-long river that runs through Tennessee and Georgia, flowing into the Coosa River. It is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and camping. The river has a rich history, with Native American tribes using it as a source of food and transportation for centuries. Today, the Conasauga River is home to several reservoirs, including the Carters Lake and the Blue Ridge Dam, both of which are managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. These reservoirs provide hydroelectric power and recreational opportunities, including boating and fishing. The river also supports a number of agricultural uses, including irrigation and livestock grazing, and is an important source of drinking water for local communities.
Fishing near the Conasauga River
About the Conasauga River
How is the Conasauga River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Conasauga River is flowing at 76 cfs at Tilton, GA, about 50% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 65 to 76 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Conasauga River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Conasauga River is at 63% 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 Conasauga River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Eton (12.0 ft), Tilton (18.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Conasauga River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.