Major Flood
3.2 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CHJF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
2.2 ft
Minor Flood
1.7 ft
Action Stage
1.2 ft
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
CHJF1
River
Broward River
County
Duval, FL
Coordinates
30.4378°N, 81.6389°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Broward River at Cedar Heights (in MHHW)?
The Broward River at Cedar Heights (in MHHW) gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Broward River at Cedar Heights (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Broward River at Cedar Heights (in MHHW) is 1.7 feet. Action stage begins at 1.2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2.2 feet, and major flooding at 3.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when Broward River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Broward River at Cedar Heights (in MHHW) 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 Broward River at Cedar Heights (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Duval County, Florida at coordinates 30.4378°N, 81.6389°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Courtesy of FDEP
- Water levels are referenced to the Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) Datum. This datum can be used to approximate sea water inundation of normally dry ground near the coast. For specific impacts, please refer to the statements on this page.