Major Flood
16 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
14.5 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.73 ft
Flooding affects over 100 homes.
17 ft
Water reaches the Outward Bound center.
16 ft
Water is on State Highways 72 and 761.
15 ft
Royal Park Estates are affected near State Road 72.
14 ft
Buildings in Hidden Acres flood.
12 ft
The access road to Hidden Acres is impassable.
11 ft
Secondary roads in hidden acres and royal palm begin to flood.
10.5 ft
Two homes become isolated.
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 29, 2022 | 21.24 ft | 24,800 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2003 | 18.02 ft | — |
| Jul 31, 1960 | 17.94 ft | 11,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Horse Creek near Arcadia at SR 72?
The Horse Creek near Arcadia at SR 72 gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02297310) 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 Horse Creek near Arcadia at SR 72?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Horse Creek near Arcadia at SR 72 is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14.5 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Horse Creek rises?
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Where is the Horse Creek near Arcadia at SR 72 gauge located?
The gauge is located in DeSoto County, Florida at coordinates 27.1992°N, 81.9886°W. USGS site number: 02297310. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, 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.