Major Flood
6 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
4 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
0.9 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 3.65 ft | — |
| Aug 16, 2021 | 2.67 ft | — |
| Mar 18, 2024 | 2.45 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JRAF1
River
Jackson River (FL)
County
Franklin, FL
Coordinates
29.7694°N, 85.0842°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Jackson River (FL) at Ranch Road above Apalachicola (in MHHW)?
The Jackson River (FL) at Ranch Road above Apalachicola (in MHHW) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02359223) 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 Jackson River (FL) at Ranch Road above Apalachicola (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Jackson River (FL) at Ranch Road above Apalachicola (in MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 0.9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
How do I get alerts when Jackson River (FL) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Jackson River (FL) at Ranch Road above Apalachicola (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 Jackson River (FL) at Ranch Road above Apalachicola (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Florida at coordinates 29.7694°N, 85.0842°W. USGS site number: 02359223. 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
- 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.