Shades Creek near Homewood
Alabama — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Jefferson County, Alabama on the Shades Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02423586, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Minor Flood
14 ft
3,190 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
19.5 ft
Water reaches the edge of the left downstream apartment complex.
17.5 ft
Water approaches the right upstream apartment complex with water covering much of the yard and nature walk.
14 ft
Water rises above bankfull and begins to flood some of the surrounding property including the nature walk.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2004 | 19.88 ft | 9,290 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2004 | 19.88 ft | 9,290 cfs |
| May 3, 2021 | 18.79 ft | 7,230 cfs |
| May 3, 2021 | 18.79 ft | 7,230 cfs |
| Oct 6, 2021 | 17.09 ft | 5,140 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SCHA1
River
Shades Creek
County
Jefferson, AL
Coordinates
33.4487°N, 86.8136°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shades Creek near Homewood?
The Shades Creek near Homewood gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02423586) 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 Shades Creek near Homewood?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shades Creek near Homewood is 14 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Shades Creek rises?
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Where is the Shades Creek near Homewood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Alabama at coordinates 33.4487°N, 86.8136°W. USGS site number: 02423586. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 02423586