Ochlockonee River Flow Today
As of October 22, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Ochlockonee River is flowing at 760 cfs near Havana, FL — 704% of normal for the date and down 18% in 24 hours. 4 of 5 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 181 to 760 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Ochlockonee 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 Havana, the Ochlockonee River is running 760 cfs — 704% of normal, down 18% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 4 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 675% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Concord (-19%) and Thomasville (-18%).
Highest against normal: Thomasville at 713%. Lowest: Bloxham at 317%.
Paddlers: 1 of 1 runs on the Ochlockonee River with a live range are in range.
How the Ochlockonee 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
- Thomasville184 ft 181 cfs713%
- Havana100 ft 760 cfs704%
- Concord93 ft 538 cfs647%
- Bloxham30 ft 545 cfs317%
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 Ochlockonee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (675%).
Ochlockonee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville GA
Oct 22, 3:45 AM · USGS 02327500 |
181 cfs | 713% | -18% | 4.56 ft | 10.4 ft below | 184 ft |
|
Ochlockonee River Near Havana FL
Oct 22, 3:15 AM · USGS 02329000 |
760 cfs | 704% | -18% | 17.18 ft | 8.8 ft below | 100 ft |
|
Ochlockonee River Near Concord FL
Oct 22, 2:45 AM · USGS 02328522 |
538 cfs | 647% | -19% | 28.31 ft | 7.7 ft below | 93 ft |
|
Ochlockonee River Near Bloxham FL
Oct 22, 3:15 AM · USGS 02330000 |
545 cfs | 317% | -14% | 5.09 ft | 14.9 ft below | 30 ft |
|
Ochlockonee River Near Smith Creek FL
Last reported Jul 2 · USGS 02330150 |
831 cfs | · | · | 11.02 ft | flood 18.0 ft | 9 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 Ochlockonee River
1 of 1 run is in range right now. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Miles Below Dam On Lake Talquin To Ochlockonee Bay Gauge: Bloxham |
In range | 545 cfs | 407–5,077 cfs typical | II–III |
Dams & reservoirs on the Ochlockonee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Ochlockonee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Ochlockonee River
The Ochlockonee River is a 206-mile-long river that flows through Georgia and Florida. Historically, the river was a vital resource for the Native American tribes in the area and also played a significant role in the Civil War. The river's hydrology is affected by tidal influences as it approaches the Gulf of Mexico. Two significant reservoirs, Lake Talquin and Lake Seminole, have been constructed on the river for flood control and hydropower generation. The river also supports recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Additionally, the river is used for agricultural purposes in Georgia and Florida, mainly for growing crops such as peanuts and cotton. Overall, the Ochlockonee River continues to play a crucial role in the history, hydrology, and economy of the region.
Fishing near the Ochlockonee River
About the Ochlockonee River
How is the Ochlockonee River flowing right now?
As of October 22, 2026, the Ochlockonee River is flowing at 760 cfs near Havana, FL, about 704% of normal for the date. Across its 5 USGS gauges, current flows range from 181 to 760 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Ochlockonee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Ochlockonee River is at 675% 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 Ochlockonee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Thomasville (15.0 ft), Havana (26.0 ft), Concord (36.0 ft), Bloxham (20.0 ft), Smith Creek (18.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Ochlockonee River runnable for paddling today?
1 of 1 paddle run is in range right now. 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.