Major Flood
198 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
196.5 ft
Minor Flood
189 ft
Action Stage
188 ft
What Floods at Each Level
189 ft
Flooding of farm land and low-lying wood lands in the area occurs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 1977 | 194.9 ft | — |
| Mar 29, 1951 | 194 ft | — |
| Jul 18, 1916 | 194 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BLDA1
River
Black Warrior River
County
Tuscaloosa, AL
Coordinates
33.4569°N, 87.3550°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Black Warrior River at Bankhead Lock and Dam?
The Black Warrior River at Bankhead Lock and Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02462501) 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 Black Warrior River at Bankhead Lock and Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Black Warrior River at Bankhead Lock and Dam is 189 feet. Action stage begins at 188 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 196.5 feet, and major flooding at 198 feet.
How do I get alerts when Black Warrior River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Black Warrior River at Bankhead Lock and Dam 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 Black Warrior River at Bankhead Lock and Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama at coordinates 33.4569°N, 87.3550°W. USGS site number: 02462501. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.