Major Flood
47 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
40 ft
Minor Flood
29 ft
Action Stage
24 ft
What Floods at Each Level
47 ft
Widespread flooding of lowlands. Portions of State Highway 114 on the west side of the river near Naheola Landing become covered by water.
44 ft
Extensive flooding of lowlands. Some cabins and trailers along the river may become inundated.
40 ft
Widespread flooding of timber and pastureland. Portions of State Highway 114 east of the river becomes covered by water. Cabins on Old Ferry Road flood.
29 ft
Pastureland becomes flooded. Livestock should be moved to higher ground. Old Ferry Road near the river begins to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 1900 | 52.5 ft | — |
| Apr 21, 1979 | 51.46 ft | 290,000 cfs |
| Mar 3, 1961 | 51.39 ft | 251,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CLDA1
River
Tombigbee River
County
Choctaw, AL
Coordinates
31.7583°N, 88.1292°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tombigbee River near Coffeeville Dam?
The Tombigbee River near Coffeeville Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02469762) 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 Tombigbee River near Coffeeville Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tombigbee River near Coffeeville Dam is 29 feet. Action stage begins at 24 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 40 feet, and major flooding at 47 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tombigbee River rises?
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Where is the Tombigbee River near Coffeeville Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Choctaw County, Alabama at coordinates 31.7583°N, 88.1292°W. USGS site number: 02469762. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, 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.