Major Flood
23 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19.8 ft
20-25 Homes in Paradise Island near Milton affected by flood waters. Severe undermining of several homes in Ward Basin area south of Milton.
10 ft
Flooding of lowlands and some fish camps will occurs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 1990 | 22.98 ft | 36,900 cfs |
| Sep 17, 2020 | 21.5 ft | 33,782 cfs |
| Jun 3, 1970 | 21.41 ft | 32,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MLNF1
River
Big Coldwater Creek
County
Santa Rosa, FL
Coordinates
30.7083°N, 86.9722°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Coldwater Creek near Milton?
The Big Coldwater Creek near Milton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02370500) 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 Big Coldwater Creek near Milton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Coldwater Creek near Milton is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Coldwater Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Coldwater Creek near Milton 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 Big Coldwater Creek near Milton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Santa Rosa County, Florida at coordinates 30.7083°N, 86.9722°W. USGS site number: 02370500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Forecasts are issued as needed during times of abnormally low flows, as well as abnormally high flows but are not routinely available.
- 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.