Ocmulgee River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Ocmulgee River is flowing at 1,180 cfs at Lumber City, GA — 67% of normal for the date and down 2% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 275 to 1,180 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 1,180 cfs — 67% of normal, down 2% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 61% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Macon (-14%).
Paddlers: 0 of 3 runs on the Ocmulgee River with a live range are in range, 3 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 275 cfs67%
- Macon282 ft 291 cfs50%
- Hawkinsville206 ft 600 cfs56%
- Lumber City92 ft 1,180 cfs67%
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 (61%).
Ocmulgee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ocmulgee River Near Jackson GA
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 02210500 |
275 cfs | 67% | 0% | 3.87 ft | 15.1 ft below | 417 ft |
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Ocmulgee River At Macon GA
Oct 2, 3:30 AM · USGS 02213000 |
291 cfs | 50% | -14% | 5.00 ft | 13.0 ft below | 282 ft |
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Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville GA
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 02215000 |
600 cfs | 56% | -1% | 0.50 ft | 19.5 ft below | 206 ft |
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Ocmulgee River At Lumber City GA
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 02215500 |
1,180 cfs | 67% | -2% | 0.20 ft | 14.8 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
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 |
Too low | 291 cfs | 450–6,000 cfs | · |
| Georgia State Highway 16 To East Juliette Dam Gauge: Jackson |
Too low | 275 cfs | 800–5,000 cfs | II–III |
| Lloyd Shoals Dam On Lake Jackson To Georgia State Highway 16 Gauge: Jackson |
Too low | 275 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 2, 2026, the Ocmulgee River is flowing at 1,180 cfs at Lumber City, GA, about 67% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 275 to 1,180 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 61% 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?
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.