Choctawhatchee Bay at Lagrange Bayou (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: LGBF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
4 ft
Moderate Flood
3 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
8 ft
Flooding of US 331 near Lagrange Road begins.
6.5 ft
Flooding of the western end of Lagrange Road and along Bayou Forest Drive begins.
5.5 ft
Widespread flooding along County Road 83A between Red Barn Road and Shoreline Drive.
5 ft
Flooding of homes along Shoreline Drive begins. Flooding spreads along Holly Point Road. Water approaches the shoulder of US 331 north of Lagrange Road. Flooding of Bay Grove Road south of Grove Lane begins. Flooding begins on George Ellis Point Road.
4 ft
County Road 83A floods near the Bear Creek bridge.
3.5 ft
Water approaches County Road 83A near the Bear Creek bridge. Water approaches homes on Bay Grove Road near Grove Lane. Homes along Alden Lane and Beatrice Point Road begin to flood.
3 ft
Water approaches homes at the western end of Holly Point Road and along Shoreline Drive.
2.5 ft
Grove Lane and the eastern end of Beatrice Point Road flood. Water surrounds homes on Alden Lane.
2 ft
Water approaches the backyards of homes along Shoreline Drive and Bayside Drive. Flooding begins on the northeast end of Grove Lane.
1.5 ft
Some flooding of wetlands and boat ramps begins.
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 | 2.56 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 2.56 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LGBF1
River
Choctawhatchee Bay
County
Walton, FL
Coordinates
30.4638°N, 86.1444°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee Bay at Lagrange Bayou (in MHHW)?
The Choctawhatchee Bay at Lagrange Bayou (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 Lagrange Bayou (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee Bay at Lagrange Bayou (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 Lagrange Bayou (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walton County, Florida at coordinates 30.4638°N, 86.1444°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 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.