Choctawhatchee River at Caryville (US 90)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Washington County, Florida on the Choctawhatchee River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02365500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
20 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Water reaches the road surface of Interstate 10 between Exit 104 and the Choctawhatchee River Bridge in Washington County. The interstate is subject to closure at this level.
27 ft
All areas in Westville east of CR-179A and west of CR-179 in Caryville flood. The water will be several feet deep in some areas.
24 ft
Water reaches Palmer Drive in Caryville, flooding several residences. Water begins to flood structures in Westville near Ritter Road and CR-179A.
23 ft
US 90 is flooded up to a foot deep east of the Choctawhatchee River bridge in Caryville. Water also reaches the base of the US 90 bridge and the highway is subject to closure at this level.
21 ft
The access ramps to Interstate 10 at CR 279 begin to flood at this level.
20 ft
Water begins to flood US 90 above one half mile east of the bridge in Washington County. Water will cover portions of the railroad in Caryville.
18 ft
Water begins to flood areas along CR-279 in Washington County north of Interstate 10. Several structures along the highway south of US-90 begin to flood.
17 ft
Water reaches CR-179 in Holmes County near the intersection with Boat Ramp Road.
16 ft
Highway 279 south of Interstate 10 begins to flood in Washington County. Several rural roads in the area will also flood.
15 ft
In Holmes County, water begins to flood areas off Buck Rodgers Road east of CR-179A in Holmes County. Access to several of the fish camps become inaccessible above this level.
14 ft
In Holmes County, Boat Ramp Road south of CR-179 will flood. Access to several of the fish camps off Boat Ramp Road may become inaccessible above this level.
12 ft
Extensive lowland flooding will occur.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 1929 | 27.1 ft | 206,000 cfs |
| Mar 16, 1929 | 27.1 ft | 206,000 cfs |
| Jul 8, 1994 | 23.85 ft | 164,000 cfs |
| Jul 8, 1994 | 23.85 ft | 164,000 cfs |
| Apr 23, 1928 | 21.6 ft | 129,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CARF1
River
Choctawhatchee River
County
Washington, FL
Coordinates
30.7756°N, 85.8278°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Choctawhatchee River at Caryville (US 90)?
The Choctawhatchee River at Caryville (US 90) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02365500) 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 River at Caryville (US 90)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Choctawhatchee River at Caryville (US 90) is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
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Where is the Choctawhatchee River at Caryville (US 90) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Florida at coordinates 30.7756°N, 85.8278°W. USGS site number: 02365500. 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 U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.