Chipola River at Marianna (US 90)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Jackson County, Florida on the Chipola River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02358789, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
26 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
40 ft
This is the height of the top of the gauge equipment on the US-90 bridge in Marianna.
36 ft
Water reaches the road surface of the US-90 bridge in Marianna.
33 ft
Water reaches the base of the US-90 bridge in Marianna.
31 ft
Water reaches the travel lanes of Interstate 10 west of Exit 142.
30 ft
Water reaches the shoulder of Interstate 10 west of Exit 142.
28 ft
Water reaches the base of SR-167 Caverns Road Bridge.
27 ft
Water reaches the base of the Interstate 10 bridge west of Exit 142.
26 ft
Major flooding begins along the Chipola River in Marianna affecting numerous homes on the west bank of the river. Caverns Road begins to flood on the south side of the bridge near Yancey Boat Ramp.
25 ft
Water approaches residences along Noland Street near Kelson Avenue in Marianna.
23 ft
Homes in Marianna on Angela Drive are surrounded by flood waters. A home on Cherokee Street south of Putnam Street is also surrounded by flood waters. Water reaches the base of the Magnolia Road Bridge south of Interstate 10.
22 ft
The Citizens Lodge north of town is surrounded by flood waters. Water floods Old US Road east of Marianna near Bridgewood Drive. Areas along Cook Road and Kiwi Trail experience significant flooding and are inaccessible along the Chipola River. Homes in Turtle Bend become inaccessible.
21 ft
Extensive flooding occurs in the Citizens Lodge Park. Water begins to approach the lodge.
20.5 ft
Flooding increases south of Interstate 10 with near Magnolia Road. Water begins to surround several homes off Turtle Bend Lane. Access into the area is severely restricted.
20 ft
Water spreads out across the flood plain north of Marianna near Caverns Road inundating much of the Citizens Lodge Park.
19 ft
The Florida Caverns is subject to closure. Flooding increases at Turtle Bend Lane beginning to flood primary access into the area. Residences along Cook Road and Kiwi Trail along the Chipola River begin to flood.
18.5 ft
Water begins to overtop the bank at Turtle Bend Lane.
18 ft
Water begins to overflow into low lying areas north of town near the Florida Caverns. The southern half of the Citizens Lodge Park begins to flood. The Magnolia Road boat ramp begins to flood. Structures not elevated on Bear Paw Lane and River Chase Road begin to flood.
16 ft
The Yancey Boat Ramp off Caverns Road floods.
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 14, 1975 | 27 ft | — |
| Apr 14, 1975 | 27 ft | — |
| Jul 9, 1994 | 24 ft | — |
| Jul 9, 1994 | 24 ft | — |
| Mar 31, 2009 | 23.66 ft | 10,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chipola River at Marianna (US 90)?
The Chipola River at Marianna (US 90) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02358789) 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 Chipola River at Marianna (US 90)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chipola River at Marianna (US 90) is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
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Where is the Chipola River at Marianna (US 90) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, Florida at coordinates 30.7728°N, 85.2164°W. USGS site number: 02358789. 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
- 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.