RIVER GAUGE · BIG COLDWATER CREEK
Big Coldwater Creek near Milton
Santa Rosa County, Florida
Water level2.30 ft
Flow253 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action5 ft
Minor flood10 ft
Moderate flood15 ft
Major flood23 ft
The past week
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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 occur.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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 |
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