Major Flood
15 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
The creek overtops the bridge at Sherwood Drive. Floodwaters may be affecting nearby homes.
15 ft
Water is covering numerous roads on the left bank of Aldridge Creek...including Atwood Street...and is approaching homes near the right bank.
14 ft
Water is covering several roads near the creek...including Atwood Street...Sherwood Drive...and Harrisburg Drive.
12 ft
Water is covering large portions of the Greenway between Atwood Street and Aldridge Creek...and is approaching Atwood Street on the left bank.
11 ft
Water begins to cover the Greenway between Aldridge Creek and Atwood Street.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 1999 | 14.55 ft | 6,150 cfs |
| May 6, 2003 | 10.4 ft | 3,440 cfs |
| Apr 13, 2020 | 9.31 ft | 2,024 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SHEA1
River
Aldridge Creek (AL)
County
Madison, AL
Coordinates
34.6642°N, 86.5542°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Aldridge Creek (AL) at Sherwood Drive in Huntsville?
The Aldridge Creek (AL) at Sherwood Drive in Huntsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0357568980) 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 Aldridge Creek (AL) at Sherwood Drive in Huntsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Aldridge Creek (AL) at Sherwood Drive in Huntsville is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Aldridge Creek (AL) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Aldridge Creek (AL) at Sherwood Drive in Huntsville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Aldridge Creek (AL) at Sherwood Drive in Huntsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Madison County, Alabama at coordinates 34.6642°N, 86.5542°W. USGS site number: 0357568980. 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