Chattahoochee River at 0.76 mile upstream McGinnis Ferry near Suwanee
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 20.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 22.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 33.0 ft; major flooding begins at 39.0 ft.
| Action stage | 20.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 22.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 33.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 39.0 ft |
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 20.0 ft | Bankfull conditions occur along the river upstream and downstream from the gage at McGinnis Ferry Road. |
|---|---|
| 22.0 ft | Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins along the river upstream and downstream from the gage at McGinnis Ferry Road. This will primarily affect the woodlands in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and a boat ramp just upstream of the McGinnis Ferry Road bridge. |
Forecast office: NWS Peachtree City · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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