Tallapoosa River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the Tallapoosa River is flowing at 1,760 cfs at Wadley Al, AL — 118% of normal for the date and up 50% in 24 hours. 5 of 5 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 25 to 1,760 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Tallapoosa 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 Wadley Al, the Tallapoosa River is running 1,760 cfs — 118% of normal, up 50% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 5 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 76% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Wadley Al (+50%); dropping at Heflin (-14%) and Tallapoosa (-11%).
Highest against normal: Wadley Al at 118%. Lowest: Heflin at 45%.
How the Tallapoosa 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
- Tallapoosa919 ft 25 cfs46%
- Heflin837 ft 44 cfs45%
- Wadley Al651 ft 1,760 cfs118%
- New Site572 ft 469 cfs76%
- Mont.-mont Water Works143 ft 1,490 cfs89%
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 Tallapoosa River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (76%).
Tallapoosa River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tallapoosa River Below Tallapoosa GA
Oct 23, 3:00 AM · USGS 02411930 |
25 cfs | 46% | -11% | 0.94 ft | 15.1 ft below | 919 ft |
|
Tallapoosa River Near Heflin AL
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 02412000 |
44 cfs | 45% | -14% | 2.15 ft | · | 837 ft |
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Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al AL
Oct 23, 2:15 AM · USGS 02414500 |
1,760 cfs | 118% | +50% | 4.68 ft | · | 651 ft |
|
Tallapoosa River Near New Site AL
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 02414715 |
469 cfs | 76% | 0% | 2.48 ft | · | 572 ft |
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Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-mont Water Works AL
Oct 23, 2:15 AM · USGS 02419890 |
1,490 cfs | 89% | +4% | 3.82 ft | 21.2 ft below | 143 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.
Dams & reservoirs on the Tallapoosa River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Tallapoosa River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Tallapoosa River
The Tallapoosa River, located in Alabama, is approximately 265 miles long and has a rich history dating back to the Creek Indian Wars. The river is fed by several smaller tributaries, including the Little Tallapoosa River and the Chatahoochee River. The hydrology of the river is affected by several dams and reservoirs, including Yates Dam and Lake Martin, Harris Dam and Lake Wedowee, and Thurlow Dam and Lake Tallassee. These dams provide hydroelectric power, flood control, and recreational opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. The Tallapoosa River also plays a significant role in agricultural practices, providing irrigation for crops such as cotton and soybeans. Despite its importance to the local economy, the river has faced ecological challenges such as pollution and habitat destruction in recent decades.
Fishing near the Tallapoosa River
About the Tallapoosa River
How is the Tallapoosa River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Tallapoosa River is flowing at 1,760 cfs at Wadley Al, AL, about 118% of normal for the date. Across its 5 USGS gauges, current flows range from 25 to 1,760 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Tallapoosa River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Tallapoosa River is at 76% 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 Tallapoosa River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Tallapoosa (16.0 ft), Mont.-mont Water Works (25.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
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.