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Lake Sampson near Starke (in NAVD88)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Bradford County, Florida on the Lake Sampson. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LSSF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Major Flood

134 ft

Moderate Flood

133 ft

Minor Flood

132 ft

Action Stage

131 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

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Historic Crests

Date Stage Flow
Sep 15, 2017135.34 ft
Sep 15, 2017135.34 ft
Jul 5, 2012134.99 ft-9,999 cfs
Jul 5, 2012134.99 ft-9,999 cfs
Oct 3, 2004134.56 ft-9,999 cfs

About This Gauge

NWS LID

LSSF1

River

Lake Sampson

County

Bradford, FL

Coordinates

29.9303°N, 82.1725°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Lake Sampson near Starke (in NAVD88)?

The Lake Sampson near Starke (in NAVD88) 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 Lake Sampson near Starke (in NAVD88)?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Lake Sampson near Starke (in NAVD88) is 132 feet. Action stage begins at 131 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 133 feet, and major flooding at 134 feet.

How do I get alerts when Lake Sampson rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lake Sampson near Starke (in NAVD88) to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.

Where is the Lake Sampson near Starke (in NAVD88) gauge located?

The gauge is located in Bradford County, Florida at coordinates 29.9303°N, 82.1725°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: SRWMD