River stage
Buffalo Creek (GA)
- River level
- 6.74 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 1 of 1
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 0
- Overall
- Below flood stage
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the Buffalo Creek (GA) reported, and none was above flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
Buffalo Creek level at Oconee
The Buffalo Creek is measured in one place, at Oconee, GA. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Oconee | 6.74 ft | normal, rising |
Recent levels on the Buffalo Creek
The chart covers the last 122 days of readings at Oconee, GA.
Other rivers nearby
- Buffalo Creek (IL) different river, same name
- Buffalo Creek (MO) different river, same name
- Buffalo Creek (Haigler, NE) different river, same name
- Buffalo Creek (Overton, NE) different river, same name
- Buffalo Creek (NY) different river, same name
- Oconee River 8 gauges
- Ocmulgee River 7 gauges
- Kettle Creek (GA) 1 gauge
Frequently asked questions
Is the Buffalo Creek flooding right now?
No. The Buffalo Creek is below flood stage at Oconee, GA, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the Buffalo Creek?
The Buffalo Creek is at 6.74 ft at Oconee, GA, the only gauge on the river.
Where is the Buffalo Creek measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the Buffalo Creek, at Oconee, GA.
What does flood stage mean?
Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the Buffalo Creek it is set for the gauge at Oconee, GA, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.
River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.