Major Flood
55 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
43 ft
Minor Flood
32 ft
Action Stage
28 ft
What Floods at Each Level
43 ft
Some flooding of homes in the area and Highway 14 occurs.
32 ft
Flooding of pasture lands and low-lying agricultural lands occurs in the Suttle area.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 1961 | 44 ft | 91,500 cfs |
| Mar 29, 1951 | 42.8 ft | 74,600 cfs |
| Apr 14, 1979 | 41.55 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cahaba River at Suttle?
The Cahaba River at Suttle gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02424590) 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 Cahaba River at Suttle?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cahaba River at Suttle is 32 feet. Action stage begins at 28 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 43 feet, and major flooding at 55 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cahaba River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cahaba River at Suttle 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 Cahaba River at Suttle gauge located?
The gauge is located in Perry County, Alabama at coordinates 32.5292°N, 87.1989°W. USGS site number: 02424590. 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.