Ogeechee River Flow Today
As of November 11, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Ogeechee River is flowing at 290 cfs at Rocky Ford Rd, GA — 71% of normal for the date and up 5% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 220 to 290 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Ogeechee 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 Rocky Ford Rd, the Ogeechee River is running 290 cfs — 71% of normal, up 5% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 71% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 1 runs on the Ogeechee River with a live range are in range, 1 too low.
How the Ogeechee 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
- Midville183 ft 257 cfs74%
- Rocky Ford Rd114 ft 290 cfs71%
- Eden29 ft 220 cfs62%
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 Ogeechee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (71%).
Ogeechee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ogeechee River At Midville GA
Nov 11, 2:00 AM · USGS 02201230 |
257 cfs | 74% | +0% | 1.53 ft | 4.5 ft below | 183 ft |
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Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd GA
Nov 11, 2:00 AM · USGS 02202040 |
290 cfs | 71% | +5% | 2.98 ft | 10.0 ft below | 114 ft |
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Ogeechee River Near Eden GA
Nov 11, 2:15 AM · USGS 02202500 |
220 cfs | 62% | -2% | 2.14 ft | 8.9 ft below | 29 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 Ogeechee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Western Jenkins County Line To The I-95 Bridge Crossing Gauge: Midville |
Too low | 257 cfs | 628–1,856 cfs typical | II–III |
| The I-95 Bridge Crossing To The Mouth Of The River Gauge: Eden |
No live range | 220 cfs | 20,051–53,035 cfs typical | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Ogeechee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Ogeechee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Ogeechee River
The Ogeechee River spans approximately 294 miles in Georgia and empties into the Atlantic Ocean. It has played a significant role in Georgia's history, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans, explorers, and settlers. The river's hydrology is impacted by a series of dams and reservoirs, including the J. Strom Thurmond Dam and Lake, which was built for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. The river is also utilized for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and boating. However, the river has faced environmental challenges, with pollution incidents impacting its water quality, leading to concerns for agricultural uses as well. The Ogeechee River is an important resource for Georgia's economy and environment, requiring continued efforts to protect its health and ensure its sustainability.
Fishing near the Ogeechee River
About the Ogeechee River
How is the Ogeechee River flowing right now?
As of November 11, 2026, the Ogeechee River is flowing at 290 cfs at Rocky Ford Rd, GA, about 71% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 220 to 290 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Ogeechee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Ogeechee River is at 71% 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 Ogeechee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Midville (6.0 ft), Rocky Ford Rd (13.0 ft), Eden (11.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Ogeechee 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.