Major Flood
16.8 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11.8 ft
Minor Flood
10.6 ft
Action Stage
9.6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.8 ft
The County Road 388 bridge over Econfina Creek is subject to closure at this level.
11.8 ft
Above this level, inflows into Deer Point Lake could result in moderate flooding along the lakeshore.
10.6 ft
Water begins to overflow the creek into wooded bottomlands. Increased flows into Deer Point Lake above this level may result in minor flooding along the lakeshore.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1926 | 15.61 ft | — |
| Mar 2, 1991 | 14.98 ft | 5,850 cfs |
| Oct 12, 2018 | 13.74 ft | 3,127 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Econfina Creek near Bennett?
The Econfina Creek near Bennett gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02359500) 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 Econfina Creek near Bennett?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Econfina Creek near Bennett is 10.6 feet. Action stage begins at 9.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11.8 feet, and major flooding at 16.8 feet.
How do I get alerts when Econfina Creek rises?
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Where is the Econfina Creek near Bennett gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bay County, Florida at coordinates 30.3844°N, 85.5567°W. USGS site number: 02359500. 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