River stage
Lake Oconee, Oconee River
- River level
- 434.31 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 435.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 435.50 ft
- Record crest
- 436.00 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS WDMG1
- Record crest
- 436.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 435.50 ft
- Crest date
- 1998-02-05
In brief
The Oconee River at Lake Oconee, GA read 434.31 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 0.69 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge WDMG1
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 436.00 ft | 1998-02-05 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Oconee River flooding at Lake Oconee?
No. The Oconee River at Lake Oconee is at 434.31 ft, 0.69 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Lake Oconee?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 435 ft and minor flooding 435.5 ft.
What is the highest the Oconee River has been at Lake Oconee?
The highest crest on record is 436.0 ft, on 1998-02-05.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge WDMG1). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.