Choctawhatchee Bay at Four Mile Creek Park (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Walton County, Florida on the Choctawhatchee Bay. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: FMCF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
6.5 ft
Moderate Flood
3.5 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Flooding begins along State Road 20.
7 ft
Water approaches State Road 20. More extensive flooding begins at the Shipyard Marina. Some flooding begins at the oil terminal.
6.5 ft
Flooding begins along County Road 83A near the oil terminal.
5 ft
A few homes at the end of Andy Drive and Eckie Drive begin to flood.
3.5 ft
Some flooding of the Fisherman's Boatyard and the Shipyard Marina begins.
2 ft
Marse Landing floods.
1.5 ft
The parking lot and docks and Marse Landing 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 | 2.58 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 2.58 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
FMCF1
River
Choctawhatchee Bay
County
Walton, FL
Coordinates
30.4863°N, 86.1368°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee Bay at Four Mile Creek Park (in MHHW)?
The Choctawhatchee Bay at Four Mile Creek Park (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 Four Mile Creek Park (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee Bay at Four Mile Creek Park (in MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3.5 feet, and major flooding at 6.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Choctawhatchee Bay rises?
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Where is the Choctawhatchee Bay at Four Mile Creek Park (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walton County, Florida at coordinates 30.4863°N, 86.1368°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 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.