New River at Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Broward County, Florida on the New River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: NRFF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
2.5 ft
Moderate Flood
1.7 ft
Minor Flood
1.3 ft
Action Stage
1 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
NRFF1
River
New River
County
Broward, FL
Coordinates
26.1190°N, 80.1485°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of New River at Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (in MHHW)?
The New River at Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (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 New River at Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for New River at Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (in MHHW) is 1.3 feet. Action stage begins at 1 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1.7 feet, and major flooding at 2.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when New River rises?
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Where is the New River at Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Broward County, Florida at coordinates 26.1190°N, 80.1485°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Courtesy of FDEP
- 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.