Tide Gauge at West Fowl River Bridge (IN MHHW)
Alabama — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Mobile County, Alabama on the Tide Gauge. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: WFRA1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
6 ft
Moderate Flood
3 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Shell Belt and Coden Belt Roads are closed. Some homes on the north side of Shell belt and Coden Belt Roads experience several feet of water inside structures.
4 ft
4.0 - 5.0 ft - Water begins to encroach into yards and under elevated houses on the north side of Shell Belt Road. By around 5 ft, there could be as much as 3 ft of water in these areas. Shell Belt and Coden Belt Roads are closed. Water begins to cover portions of Heron Bay Loop Road along Heron Bayou and may limit travel. A few businesses on the waterfront in Bayou La Batre can have up to 6 inches of water inside.
2.5 ft
Most portions of Shell Belt and Coden Belt Roads are closed due to flooding. Water begins to impact portions of Bienville Blvd on the west end of Dauphin Island. Flooding begins to impact portions of the Causeway leading to Dauphin Island and can result in limited travel.
2 ft
2.0 - 2.5 ft - Water begins to cover significant portions of Shell Belt and Coden Belt Roads. Roads may have debris on them. Limited travel and some closer can be expected as the water rises.
1 ft
1.0 - 2.0 ft - Some splash-up onto Shell Belt and Coden Belt Roads can occur. Roads usually remain open.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
WFRA1
River
Tide Gauge
County
Mobile, AL
Coordinates
30.3766°N, 88.1586°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Gauge at West Fowl River Bridge (IN MHHW)?
The Tide Gauge at West Fowl River Bridge (IN MHHW) gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Tide Gauge at West Fowl River Bridge (IN MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Gauge at West Fowl River Bridge (IN MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
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Where is the Tide Gauge at West Fowl River Bridge (IN MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mobile County, Alabama at coordinates 30.3766°N, 88.1586°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Water levels are referenced to the Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) Datum. This datum can be used to approximate sea water inundation of normally dry ground near the coast. For specific impacts, please refer to the statements on this page.