Major Flood
52 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
48 ft
Minor Flood
42 ft
Action Stage
35 ft
What Floods at Each Level
50 ft
Roads in the Mabien Lake area begin to flood.
49 ft
Recreational areas around the Lock and Dam begin to flood.
43 ft
Access to Eureka Landing community stops, with access cut off.
42 ft
Water begins to inundate the Eureka Landing community.
40 ft
Considerable flooding of agricultural land.
35 ft
Flooding of pastureland begins along the lower Alabama River.
27 ft
Flooding of low lying area. Roads near the confluence of the Alabama and Tombigbee Rivers will begin to flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 1990 | 56.6 ft | — |
| Apr 21, 1979 | 55.45 ft | 216,000 cfs |
| Feb 24, 1990 | 54.3 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Alabama River near Claiborne Dam?
The Alabama River near Claiborne Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02428401) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Alabama River near Claiborne Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Alabama River near Claiborne Dam is 42 feet. Action stage begins at 35 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 48 feet, and major flooding at 52 feet.
How do I get alerts when Alabama River rises?
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Where is the Alabama River near Claiborne Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, Alabama at coordinates 31.6133°N, 87.5506°W. USGS site number: 02428401. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.