Major Flood
5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: KAYF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
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
3 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Bonita Beach Cswy flooded and inaccesible.
4 ft
Kayak launch parking area flooded. Water on Bonita Beach Cswy shoulder.
3 ft
Dog beach parking area begins to flood. Water approaching kayak launch parking area.
2 ft
Water approaches Bonita Beach Cswy. Dog beach access flooded.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
KAYF1
County
Lee, FL
Coordinates
26.3791°N, 81.8612°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Long Key Kayak Launch (in MHHW)?
The Long Key Kayak Launch (in MHHW) 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 Long Key Kayak Launch (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Long Key Kayak Launch (in MHHW) is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 5 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Long Key Kayak Launch (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lee County, Florida at coordinates 26.3791°N, 81.8612°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
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- 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.