River stage
Lake Sinclair, Oconee River
- River level
- 338.11 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 340.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 340.50 ft
- Record crest
- 341.50 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS SNCG1
- Record crest
- 341.50 ft
- Flood stage
- 340.50 ft
- Crest date
- 1998-03-09
In brief
The Oconee River at Lake Sinclair, GA read 338.11 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 1.89 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge SNCG1
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 341.50 ft | 1998-03-09 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Oconee River flooding at Lake Sinclair?
No. The Oconee River at Lake Sinclair is at 338.11 ft, 1.89 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Lake Sinclair?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 340 ft and minor flooding 340.5 ft.
What is the highest the Oconee River has been at Lake Sinclair?
The highest crest on record is 341.5 ft, on 1998-03-09.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge SNCG1). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.