Major Flood
88 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
85 ft
Minor Flood
80 ft
Action Stage
77 ft
What Floods at Each Level
83 ft
Northwest 86th Blvd begins to flood
80.5 ft
Road to Fox Hollow Subdivision begins to flood along NW 79th Drive.
79 ft
Boat Ramp just upstream of the gauge is flooded and adjacent parking lot 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 8, 2009 | 93.3 ft | 26,000 cfs |
| Mar 5, 2013 | 90.19 ft | 19,100 cfs |
| Feb 16, 1986 | 89.61999999999999 ft | 18,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JNAF1
River
Alapaha River
County
Hamilton, FL
Coordinates
30.5981°N, 83.0733°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Alapaha River near Jennings (in NAVD88)?
The Alapaha River near Jennings (in NAVD88) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02317620) 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 Alapaha River near Jennings (in NAVD88)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Alapaha River near Jennings (in NAVD88) is 80 feet. Action stage begins at 77 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 85 feet, and major flooding at 88 feet.
How do I get alerts when Alapaha River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Alapaha River near Jennings (in NAVD88) 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 Alapaha River near Jennings (in NAVD88) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hamilton County, Florida at coordinates 30.5981°N, 83.0733°W. USGS site number: 02317620. 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
- Flood stages and impact descriptions for this site are referenced to the NAVD88 datum. Additional datum information can be found at the bottom of this page.