Total streamflow across the Flint River was last observed at 21,638 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 42,918 acre-ft of water today; about 95% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 22,692 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2016-01-03 when daily discharge volume was observed at 354,281 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Flint River At Riverview Plantation Nr Hopeful reporting a streamflow rate of 4,350 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Flint River At Bainbridge with a gauge stage of 19.36 ft. This river is monitored from 12 different streamgauging stations along the Flint River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 778 ft, the Flint River Near Lovejoy.

The Flint River is a 344-mile-long river in Georgia, USA. It has a rich history, having been an important water source for Native Americans and later for European settlers. The river flows through the cities of Albany and Macon before ultimately emptying into the Chattahoochee River. The hydrology of the Flint River is largely affected by droughts, which have caused water shortages in the past. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Lake Blackshear Dam and the Flint River Dam. These serve to regulate the flow of water and provide hydroelectric power. The Flint River is also used for irrigation and recreation, with activities such as fishing and kayaking being popular among locals and tourists.