Chattahoochee River levels, gauges and monitoring stations
Check the live river overview or open an individual USGS gauge for current streamflow, gauge height, trends and historical context.
Follow the Chattahoochee River
Trace the reviewed Chattahoochee River mainstem geometry and use linked agency resources to plan for a specific reach.
Fishing the river
Cold releases below Buford Dam support a managed trout fishery through part of the national recreation area; warmer reaches include shoal bass and other native or introduced warmwater fish. Dam releases can change stage and temperature quickly, and Georgia posts special trout-water rules and consumption guidance.
Fish you may encounter
Where the river changes
- Rules, seasons, closures and consumption advice vary by jurisdiction and can change; consult the linked fish and wildlife agency before a trip.
- A gauge reading describes conditions at that monitoring location; it does not establish fishing quality or safety elsewhere on the river.
On the water
The National Park Service identifies access units and boating rules within the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Releases from Buford and Morgan Falls dams, shoals, cold water and urban hazards require current park and dam information for the chosen reach.
- Use the linked managing-agency information for current access, permits, closures and river conditions.
- Do not treat station data as a substitute for local hazard information, weather forecasts or on-water judgment.