Major Flood
20.5 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Water will approach the road of the main channel bridge on US 231.
20.5 ft
A few homes on 5th street will flood.
15 ft
Roadway become impassable along Double-Bridge Road and Pinedale Road near and at the bridges.
14 ft
Water will begin to overflow the roads near bridges along Double-Bridge Road and Pinedale Road.
11 ft
The creek will over flow its banks and into surrounding fields and woodlands as water rises above 11 feet.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 23, 2004 | 19.05 ft | 14,800 cfs |
| Apr 12, 1979 | 18.75 ft | 13,600 cfs |
| Sep 16, 2004 | 17.38 ft | 9,360 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ASHA1
River
Big Canoe Creek
County
St. Clair, AL
Coordinates
33.8397°N, 86.2628°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Canoe Creek at hwy 231 Ashville?
The Big Canoe Creek at hwy 231 Ashville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02401390) 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 Big Canoe Creek at hwy 231 Ashville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Canoe Creek at hwy 231 Ashville is 11 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 20.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Canoe Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Canoe Creek at hwy 231 Ashville 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 Big Canoe Creek at hwy 231 Ashville gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Clair County, Alabama at coordinates 33.8397°N, 86.2628°W. USGS site number: 02401390. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey