-28.0 cfs (-3.44%) since yesterday
62.87% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Coosawattee River
was last observed at
786
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,559
acre-ft of water today; about 63%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,250 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 336 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Coosawattee River At Carters
with a gauge stage of 4.05 ft.
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
2023-09-29
Streamflow
786.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
62.87%
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.