Major Flood
30 ft
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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
23 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Major flood damage will occur.
28.5 ft
Water will reach the highway 274 bridge and approach the road.
23 ft
Water will start to affect houses and mobile homes in the flood plain downstream from the gage. A few fish camps downstream of highway 20 will be affected by flood water.
22 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur. Lamb Eddy Road near the boat ramp will 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 1926 | 33.55 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Apr 4, 1948 | 32.2 ft | 19,100 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2009 | 30.79 ft | 13,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chipola River near Altha (CR 274)?
The Chipola River near Altha (CR 274) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02359000) 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 near Altha (CR 274)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chipola River near Altha (CR 274) is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chipola River rises?
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Where is the Chipola River near Altha (CR 274) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Calhoun County, Florida at coordinates 30.5339°N, 85.1653°W. USGS site number: 02359000. 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.