Major Flood
19 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29.5 ft
Height of the County Road 640 roadbed.
27 ft
Water covers County Road 640 Lithia area.
15 ft
Additional residences downstream of County Road 640 bridge begin flooding.
13 ft
River Drive and Squirrel Run Way downstream of County Road 640 are completely covered by water. One home begins to flood.
12 ft
Water begins to affect River Drive and Squirrel Run Way downstream of County Road 640.
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 6, 1933 | 28.5 ft | 45,900 cfs |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 24.36 ft | 12,643 cfs |
| Sep 11, 1960 | 23.98 ft | 20,300 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LITF1
River
Alafia River
County
Hillsborough, FL
Coordinates
27.8719°N, 82.2114°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Alafia River at Lithia Pinecrest Road at Lithia?
The Alafia River at Lithia Pinecrest Road at Lithia gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02301500) 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 Alafia River at Lithia Pinecrest Road at Lithia?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Alafia River at Lithia Pinecrest Road at Lithia is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Alafia River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Alafia River at Lithia Pinecrest Road at Lithia 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 Alafia River at Lithia Pinecrest Road at Lithia gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hillsborough County, Florida at coordinates 27.8719°N, 82.2114°W. USGS site number: 02301500. 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.