Major Flood
5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PIPF1). 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 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
Widespread flooding north of Chat Holley Road.
7 ft
Some flooding of homes begins on Bay Magnolia Lane.
6 ft
Flooding of homes north of Chat Holley Drive begins.
5.5 ft
US 331 floods between Chat Holley Road and Pilcher Park.
5 ft
Flooding begins along Carolyn Lane and Eden Park Drive. Water approaches homes on Bay Magnolia Lane.
4.5 ft
Water encroaches on the shoulders of US 331 near Pilcher Park
4 ft
Flooding begins along Pisces Drive and Taurus Drive.
3.5 ft
Water approaches some homes along Pisces Drive and the east end of Carolyn Lane.
3 ft
Flooding of businesses near the foot of the US 331 bridge begins.
2.5 ft
Wetland flooding near homes on Bay Magnolia Lane.
1.5 ft
Flooding of boat ramps and docks begins along Taurus Drive and Bay Magnolia Lane.
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 | 2.38 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PIPF1
River
Choctawhatchee Bay
County
Walton, FL
Coordinates
30.3976°N, 86.1692°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee Bay at Pilcher Park (in MHHW)?
The Choctawhatchee Bay at Pilcher 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 Pilcher Park (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee Bay at Pilcher Park (in MHHW) is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 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 Pilcher Park (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 Pilcher Park (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walton County, Florida at coordinates 30.3976°N, 86.1692°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.