Major Flood
4 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BYTF1). 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
3 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
US 98 begins to flood.
9 ft
Flooding begins on the north side of the Destin East Mobile Home Park. Water approaches US 98 east of Sandestin Blvd.
8 ft
Many homes and businesses on the north and west side of Baytowne Wharf flood.
7 ft
All buidlings north of Audubon Drive flood.
6 ft
All homes along and west of Club Drive, Bay Villas Drive, and Driftwood Point Road begin to flood. All of Baytowne Wharf floods. Water approaches the Sandestin Welcome Center. Flooding begins along and north of Audubon Drive.
5 ft
Homes along Bay Estates Drive begin to flood. Sandestin Blvd. begins to flood north of the Sandestin Welcome Center. Water surrounds homes on Bayou Drive.
4 ft
Homes at the north end of Inspiration Drive flood. Businesses on Cannery Lane road begin to flood. Flooding begins along Baytowne Village Drive near the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Homes along Heron Walk Drive flood. Water approaches homes on Harbour Point Lane.
3 ft
Water approaches some businesses along Cannery Lane and some homes along Heron Walk Drive and the north end of Inspiration Drive. Water overtakes all of Jolee Island Nature Park.
2 ft
Water approaches several holes of the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort east of Harbour Point Lane. Water approaches the backyards of homes along Heron Walk Drive. Jolee Island Nature Park begins to flood.
1.5 ft
Marshland and docks begin to 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 27, 2024 | 2.27 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BYTF1
River
Choctawhatchee Bay
County
Walton, FL
Coordinates
30.3870°N, 86.3278°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee Bay at Baytowne Marina (in MHHW)?
The Choctawhatchee Bay at Baytowne Marina (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 Choctawhatchee Bay at Baytowne Marina (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee Bay at Baytowne Marina (in MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3 feet, and major flooding at 4 feet.
How do I get alerts when Choctawhatchee Bay rises?
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Where is the Choctawhatchee Bay at Baytowne Marina (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walton County, Florida at coordinates 30.3870°N, 86.3278°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations from 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.