Minor Flood
14 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.
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Water begins to flood farmland along the river downstream of County Road 45.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2009 | 20.47 ft | 39,600 cfs |
| Mar 28, 2009 | 20.41 ft | 32,400 cfs |
| Apr 2, 2016 | 16.86 ft | 21,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BELA1
River
Choctawhatchee River
County
Geneva, AL
Coordinates
31.1592°N, 85.7844°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee River near Bellwood (CR 45)?
The Choctawhatchee River near Bellwood (CR 45) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02361500) 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 Choctawhatchee River near Bellwood (CR 45)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee River near Bellwood (CR 45) is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Choctawhatchee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Choctawhatchee River near Bellwood (CR 45) 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 Choctawhatchee River near Bellwood (CR 45) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Geneva County, Alabama at coordinates 31.1592°N, 85.7844°W. USGS site number: 02361500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Downstream: Choctawhatchee River at Geneva (SR 52)
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey