Major Flood
6.5 ft
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BGHF1). 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
4.5 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
Flooding begins at the Timpoochee 4-H Youth Camp and along Choctawhatchee Drive and Nimrod Circle in Villa Tasso.
7.5 ft
Water approaches homes and business along State Road 20 between Satsuma Road and Cedar Avenue in Choctaw Beach, including the Walton County Fire Rescue Station 10.
6.5 ft
State Road 20 begins to flood between Water Oak Drive and Western Street. Robert Avenue in Villa Tasso floods.
6 ft
Water approaches homes along State Road 20 between Water Oak Street and Sycamore Drive.
5.5 ft
Water approaches State Road 20 in Choctaw Beach.
4.5 ft
Choctaw Beach Park begins to flood. Water approaches the backyards of homes on Choctawhatchee Drive in Villa Tasso.
4 ft
Water begins approaching Robert Avenue in Villa Tasso.
3 ft
Some boat ramps along Choctawhatchee Bay 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 | 2.33 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BGHF1
River
Choctawhatchee Bay
County
Walton, FL
Coordinates
30.4664°N, 86.3510°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee Bay at Big Hammock Point (in MHHW)?
The Choctawhatchee Bay at Big Hammock Point (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 Big Hammock Point (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee Bay at Big Hammock Point (in MHHW) is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4.5 feet, and major flooding at 6.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Choctawhatchee Bay rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Choctawhatchee Bay at Big Hammock Point (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 Choctawhatchee Bay at Big Hammock Point (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walton County, Florida at coordinates 30.4664°N, 86.3510°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Data courtesy of Florida Department of Environmental Protection
- 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.