Major Flood
4.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LGPF1). 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
3.5 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Flooding begins on Geronimo Street and Ponce De Leon Street. Most homes north of Forest Shore Drive flood.
9 ft
Water surrounds homes on Dominica Court. Water begins to approach US 98 near Forest Shore Drive and Ponce De Leon Street.
8 ft
Homes at the end of Bay Tree Drive and along Bonaire Blvd. flood. Water approaches Forest Shore Drive and Chase Run.
6.5 ft
Water reaches homes along South Shore Drive and the cul-de-sac of Antilles Cove. Homes flood along Crest Drive and Shore Drive.
5.5 ft
Homes along Shore Drive between Lake Point Drive and Holiday Road flood. Water approaches the backyards of homes along Antilles Cove and Bonaire Blvd.
4.5 ft
Homes flood along Hideaway Bay Drive and along Bayshore Drive between Darrow Drive and Geronimo Street.
4 ft
Water surrounds homes along Bayshore Drive between Darrow Drive and Geronimo Street. Hideaway Bay Drive east of South Shore Drive floods.
3.5 ft
Bayshore Drive near the bridge begins to flood. Water surrounds non-elevated homes along the eastern end of Hideaway Bay Drive.
3 ft
Water begins approaching homes on the eastern end of Hideaway Bay Drive.
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 | 2.25 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LGPF1
River
Choctawhatchee Bay
County
Walton, FL
Coordinates
30.3874°N, 86.3590°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee Bay at Legion Park (in MHHW)?
The Choctawhatchee Bay at Legion 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 Legion Park (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee Bay at Legion Park (in MHHW) is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3.5 feet, and major flooding at 4.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Choctawhatchee Bay rises?
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Where is the Choctawhatchee Bay at Legion Park (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walton County, Florida at coordinates 30.3874°N, 86.3590°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 courtesy of the 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.