Chattahoochee River at Buford Dam near Buford
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 7.9 ft on Oct 22, 1971 (historic crest)
- 7.8 ft on Oct 10, 1972 (historic crest)
- 7.4 ft on Nov 2, 1978 (historic crest)
- 7.3 ft on Jun 29, 1976 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Bankfull conditions occur on the river just downstream from Buford Dam. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Bankfull conditions continue on the river just downstream from Buford Dam. Some low lying areas near the banks will begin to flood in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. |
| 12.0 ft | Flood stage is reached. Minor flooding begins on the river just downstream from Buford Dam. This will primarily affect the woodlands in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Portions of Little Mill Road leading to a park near the dam will begin to flood. |
Forecast office: NWS Peachtree City · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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