Major Flood
30 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Major flooding will affect homes and farmland near Newton.
28.5 ft
Water will approach the foundation of a few homes along Wildwood Loop downstream from the gage on the west bank of the river.
24 ft
Moderate flooding on the Choctawhatchee River will affect stores and apartments around highway 92 near Clayhatchee, eight miles downstream of Newton.
19 ft
Minor flooding will begin to affect farmland in low lying areas near the Choctawhatchee River.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 1929 | 42 ft | 110,000 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1990 | 40.3 ft | — |
| Jul 6, 1994 | 37.78 ft | 60,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NEWA1
River
Choctawhatchee River
County
Dale, AL
Coordinates
31.3428°N, 85.6106°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee River near Newton (SR 134)?
The Choctawhatchee River near Newton (SR 134) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02361000) 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 Newton (SR 134)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee River near Newton (SR 134) is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Choctawhatchee River rises?
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Where is the Choctawhatchee River near Newton (SR 134) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dale County, Alabama at coordinates 31.3428°N, 85.6106°W. USGS site number: 02361000. 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
- 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.