Little Tallapoosa River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 1:45 AM, the Little Tallapoosa River is flowing at 28 cfs near Newell Al, AL — 36% of normal for the date and down 3% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 19 to 28 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Little Tallapoosa 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 Newell Al, the Little Tallapoosa River is running 28 cfs — 36% of normal, down 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 36% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Carrollton (+60%).
Highest against normal: Carrollton at 96%. Lowest: Bowdon at 35%.
How the Little Tallapoosa 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
- Carrollton982 ft 20 cfs96%
- Bowdon906 ft 19 cfs35%
- Newell Al859 ft 28 cfs36%
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 Little Tallapoosa River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (36%).
Little Tallapoosa River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Little Tallapoosa River (us 27) At Carrollton GA
Oct 3, 2:00 AM · USGS 02413000 |
20 cfs | 96% | +60% | 2.04 ft | 16.0 ft below | 982 ft |
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Little Tallapoosa River Below Bowdon GA
Oct 3, 2:00 AM · USGS 02413210 |
19 cfs | 35% | -7% | 2.05 ft | 15.0 ft below | 906 ft |
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Little Tallapoosa River Near Newell Al AL
Oct 3, 1:45 AM · USGS 02413300 |
28 cfs | 36% | -3% | 1.54 ft | · | 859 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.
Dams & reservoirs on the Little Tallapoosa River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Little Tallapoosa River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Little Tallapoosa River
The Little Tallapoosa River is a tributary of the Tallapoosa River, located in Alabama and Georgia. It flows for approximately 49 miles and has a drainage basin of 479 square miles. The river's name is derived from the Creek Indian language, and it played an important role in the history of the area during the Civil War.
There are several reservoirs and dams along the Little Tallapoosa River, including Lake Wedowee, R. L. Harris Reservoir, and West Point Lake. These dams provide hydroelectric power, flood control, and water supply for local communities.
Recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming are popular along the Little Tallapoosa River. The river also supports agricultural activities, with farms and ranches located along its banks. Overall, the Little Tallapoosa River is an important natural resource for both Georgia and Alabama.
Fishing near the Little Tallapoosa River
About the Little Tallapoosa River
How is the Little Tallapoosa River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Little Tallapoosa River is flowing at 28 cfs near Newell Al, AL, about 36% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 19 to 28 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Little Tallapoosa River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Little Tallapoosa River is at 36% 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 Little Tallapoosa River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Carrollton (18.0 ft), Bowdon (17.0 ft), . The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
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.