Oostanaula River River Levels

Total streamflow across the Oostanaula River was last observed at 1,893 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 3,755 acre-ft of water today; about 30% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 6,246 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-12-28 when daily discharge volume was observed at 61,600 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Oostanaula River Near Rome reporting a streamflow rate of 1,160 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Oostanaula River, with a gauge stage of 6.81 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Oostanaula River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 626 ft, the Oostanaula River At Resaca.

The river has a long history of use by Native Americans and early settlers. It is a tributary of the Coosa River and begins in the Blue Ridge Mountains before flowing into the Coosa River at Rome, Georgia. The Oostanaula River is home to several hydroelectric power plants and has several reservoirs, including Carters Lake and Allatoona Lake. These reservoirs are used for recreation, such as boating and fishing, and also provide water for agricultural purposes. The river is also home to several rare species of fish, including the Cherokee darter and the Conasauga logperch. Despite its importance for recreational, agricultural, and ecological purposes, the Oostanaula River faces pollution, erosion, and habitat destruction.