Aldridge Creek (AL) near Farley
Alabama — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Madison County, Alabama on the Aldridge Creek (AL). Live water level data from USGS gauge 03575700, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
17 ft
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
24.5 ft
Water is several feet deep over the bridge on Mountain Gap Road. Significant flooding of homes and businesses is occurring.
18.5 ft
Water overtops the bridge at Mountain Gap Road.
17 ft
Water begins to overtop levees on both sides of the creek upstream of Mountain Gap Road...threatening homes and businesses.
15 ft
The creek overflows the right bank upstream of Mountain Gap Road...and begins to threaten a Huntsville Utilities Substation just east of the creek. Large portions of the Aldridge Creek Greenway are flooded.
11 ft
The creek reaches bankfull and begins to flood the Aldridge Creek Greenway just south of Mountain Gap Road.
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 | 13.78 ft | 7,890 cfs |
| Jun 27, 1999 | 13.78 ft | 7,890 cfs |
| Dec 9, 2009 | 13.68 ft | 7,729 cfs |
| Dec 9, 2009 | 13.68 ft | 7,729 cfs |
| May 6, 2003 | 11.66 ft | 4,910 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FRYA1
River
Aldridge Creek (AL)
County
Madison, AL
Coordinates
34.6239°N, 86.5411°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Aldridge Creek (AL) near Farley?
The Aldridge Creek (AL) near Farley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03575700) 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) near Farley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Aldridge Creek (AL) near Farley is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Aldridge Creek (AL) rises?
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Where is the Aldridge Creek (AL) near Farley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Madison County, Alabama at coordinates 34.6239°N, 86.5411°W. USGS site number: 03575700. 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