The Ocmulgee River flows from the dam southeast past Macon, which was founded on the Fall Line. It joins the Oconee from the northwest (241 miles downstream from Jackson Lake) to form the Altamaha near Lumber City. [1] .

Macon (/ ˈmeɪkən / MAY-kən), officially Macon–Bibb County, is a consolidated city-county in Georgia, United States. Situated near the fall line of the Ocmulgee River, it is 85 miles (137 km) southeast of Atlanta and near the state's geographic center—hence its nickname "The Heart of Georgia". Macon's population was 157,346 in the 2020 census. [5] .

Reliability of the Forecast: Based on current and forecast river, weather and reservoir conditions. NOTE: Forecasts are issued routinely year-round. Automated gauge readings are now available, courtesy of the USGS.

Sep 30, 2024 · River levels peaked at around 27.88 according to NOAA, a level last seen in 1998. MACON, Ga. — The Ocmulgee River is slowly going down after hitting one of its highest crests since the...

1 day ago · Photo: Macon-Bibb County. MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Multiple areas in Amerson River Park and along the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail will be closed starting Friday due to rising water levels in ...

Ocmulgee Outdoor Expeditions is the Macon area’s original and locally owned canoe and kayak rental service for the Ocmulgee River. Focusing on the 40 miles from just below Lloyd Shoals Dam at Jackson Lake down to Macon, OOE offers several trips with different moods.

Current conditions of Discharge, Gage height, and Precipitation are available. Water data back to 1887 are available online.

Enjoy the bubbling Ocmulgee River on a kayak, sitting in a canoe, or floating on a tube. See a unique view of Macon from the river as it winds through town with up-close sights of our upland forests and local wildlife.

Sep 27, 2024 · Dangerous water level rise is expected in Macon, Georgia Ocmulgee River at Amerson River Park. Closed due to unsafe conditions in Bibb County.

Aug 9, 2004 · The Ocmulgee River flows right through Macon. In fact, Macon is the dividing line between two very different Ocmulgees. To the north of Macon, the river is rocky. Below Macon, the river turns sandy and slowly meanders southward.