Minor Flood
12 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.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Water covers the road at bridge between 18 and 19 feet.
17 ft
Water overflows into the sides of the road.
12 ft
Begins to overflow sections of the bank at gauge site.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2024 | 13.58 ft | — |
| Sep 4, 2022 | 12.61 ft | — |
| Apr 6, 2025 | 12.16 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VAWA1
River
Valley Creek (AL-2)
County
Jefferson, AL
Coordinates
33.4925°N, 86.8721°W
Get Flood Alerts for Valley Creek (AL-2)
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Valley Creek (AL-2) at Ave W?
The Valley Creek (AL-2) at Ave W gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02461192) 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 Valley Creek (AL-2) at Ave W?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Valley Creek (AL-2) at Ave W is 12 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 Valley Creek (AL-2) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Valley Creek (AL-2) at Ave W 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 Valley Creek (AL-2) at Ave W gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Alabama at coordinates 33.4925°N, 86.8721°W. USGS site number: 02461192. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Valley Creek (AL) at Center Street
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey