Ocmulgee River Flow Today
As of October 22, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Ocmulgee River is flowing at 2,010 cfs at Lumber City, GA — 113% of normal for the date and down 14% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 380 to 2,010 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Ocmulgee 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 Lumber City, the Ocmulgee River is running 2,010 cfs — 113% of normal, down 14% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 91% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Lumber City (-14%).
Highest against normal: Lumber City at 113%. Lowest: Macon at 82%.
Paddlers: 1 of 3 runs on the Ocmulgee River with a live range are in range, 2 too low.
How the Ocmulgee 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
- Jackson417 ft 380 cfs94%
- Macon282 ft 486 cfs82%
- Hawkinsville206 ft 979 cfs89%
- Lumber City92 ft 2,010 cfs113%
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 Ocmulgee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (91%).
Ocmulgee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson GA
Oct 22, 3:30 AM · USGS 02210500 |
380 cfs | 94% | -5% | 4.03 ft | 15.0 ft below | 417 ft |
|
Ocmulgee River At Macon GA
Oct 22, 3:30 AM · USGS 02213000 |
486 cfs | 82% | -3% | 5.44 ft | 12.6 ft below | 282 ft |
|
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville GA
Oct 22, 2:45 AM · USGS 02215000 |
979 cfs | 89% | -6% | 1.27 ft | 18.7 ft below | 206 ft |
|
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City GA
Oct 22, 2:45 AM · USGS 02215500 |
2,010 cfs | 113% | -14% | 1.83 ft | 13.2 ft below | 92 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 Ocmulgee River
1 of 3 runs 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18 Gauge: Macon |
In range | 486 cfs | 450–6,000 cfs | · |
| Georgia State Highway 16 To East Juliette Dam Gauge: Jackson |
Too low | 380 cfs | 800–5,000 cfs | II–III |
| Lloyd Shoals Dam On Lake Jackson To Georgia State Highway 16 Gauge: Jackson |
Too low | 380 cfs | 800–5,000 cfs | II–III |
Dams & reservoirs on the Ocmulgee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Ocmulgee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Ocmulgee River
The Ocmulgee River is a 255-mile-long river that runs through central Georgia. It has played a significant role in the region's history, serving as a major transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. The river's hydrology is largely influenced by rainfall and agricultural runoff. Several reservoirs and dams have been built along the river, including the Jackson Lake Dam and the Lake Sinclair Dam, which are used for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. The Ocmulgee River also provides water for agriculture, particularly for the production of cotton and peanuts. The river is a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. It is also home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, including several threatened and endangered species.
Fishing near the Ocmulgee River
About the Ocmulgee River
How is the Ocmulgee River flowing right now?
As of October 22, 2026, the Ocmulgee River is flowing at 2,010 cfs at Lumber City, GA, about 113% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 380 to 2,010 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Ocmulgee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Ocmulgee River is at 91% 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 Ocmulgee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Jackson (19.0 ft), Macon (18.0 ft), Hawkinsville (20.0 ft), Lumber City (15.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Ocmulgee River runnable for paddling today?
1 of 3 paddle runs 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.