Major Flood
49 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
45 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
25 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Flooding of low lying wood lands and agricultural lands along the Locust Fork 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 1961 | 48.6 ft | 54,700 cfs |
| Jan 6, 1949 | 47.9 ft | 55,300 cfs |
| Dec 28, 1942 | 45 ft | 49,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Locust Fork at Sayre?
The Locust Fork at Sayre gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02456500) 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 Locust Fork at Sayre?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Locust Fork at Sayre is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 45 feet, and major flooding at 49 feet.
How do I get alerts when Locust Fork rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Locust Fork at Sayre 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 Locust Fork at Sayre gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Alabama at coordinates 33.7097°N, 86.9833°W. USGS site number: 02456500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Locust Fork near Cleveland
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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.