Major Flood
83 ft
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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
80 ft
Minor Flood
66 ft
Action Stage
61 ft
What Floods at Each Level
83 ft
Extensive lowland flooding of farms, roads, rivers and creeks up to several miles from the river channel begins.
80 ft
Flooding of some fishing camps as well as a few secondary roads will occur at these stages.
76 ft
Cobb Landing boat launch begins to flood.
68 ft
Millers Ferry Park begins to flood.
66 ft
Farm and pasturelands in the area will flood and cattle should be moved to higher ground.
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 2, 1961 | 86 ft | — |
| Mar 22, 1990 | 82.90000000000002 ft | — |
| Dec 5, 1948 | 82.3 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Alabama River near Miller's Ferry?
The Alabama River near Miller's Ferry gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02427506) 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 Miller's Ferry?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Alabama River near Miller's Ferry is 66 feet. Action stage begins at 61 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 80 feet, and major flooding at 83 feet.
How do I get alerts when Alabama River rises?
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Where is the Alabama River near Miller's Ferry gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wilcox County, Alabama at coordinates 32.1001°N, 87.3978°W. USGS site number: 02427506. 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.