-657.0 cfs (-22.59%) since yesterday
59.95% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Coosawattee River
was last observed at
2,251
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,465
acre-ft of water today; about 60%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,755 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2016-01-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at
23,440 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,010 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Coosawattee River, with a gauge stage of
5.71 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Coosawattee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,218 ft, the
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay.
Last Updated
2024-04-19
Streamflow
2,251.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
59.95%
Maximum
23,440.0 cfs
2016-01-01
About the coosawattee river
The Coosawattee River is a 49-mile-long river located in northern Georgia. It flows through the Appalachian Mountains and is a tributary of the Oostanaula River. The river has a rich history, and Native American tribes have lived in the area for thousands of years. The name "Coosawattee" comes from the Cherokee language and means "old town." The river is an important source of water for irrigation and hydroelectric power generation. There are several dams and reservoirs along the river, including the Carters Lake Dam and the Coosawattee Dam. These dams provide recreational opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. The river is also used for agricultural purposes and provides water for crops and livestock.