New River near Lake Butler (in NAVD88)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Union County, Florida on the New River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02321000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
94 ft
Moderate Flood
92.5 ft
Minor Flood
91 ft
Action Stage
89 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
94 ft
Extensive inundation of structures and roads along the river. Evacuations of people or transfer of property to higher ground is likely.
92.5 ft
Some inundation of structures and roads along the river can be expected. Evacuations of people or property to higher ground is possible.
91 ft
Flooding of low lying roads, boat ramps, docks and campgrounds in the area can be expected.
89 ft
Should water levels continue rising, preparations to protect property should begin.
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 12, 2017 | 98.55 ft | 13,700 cfs |
| Sep 12, 2017 | 98.55 ft | 13,700 cfs |
| Sep 11, 1964 | 98.25 ft | — |
| Sep 11, 1964 | 98.25 ft | — |
| Oct 3, 1992 | 97.46000000000001 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of New River near Lake Butler (in NAVD88)?
The New River near Lake Butler (in NAVD88) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02321000) 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 near Lake Butler (in NAVD88)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for New River near Lake Butler (in NAVD88) is 91 feet. Action stage begins at 89 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 92.5 feet, and major flooding at 94 feet.
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Where is the New River near Lake Butler (in NAVD88) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Union County, Florida at coordinates 29.9981°N, 82.2742°W. USGS site number: 02321000. 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
- Flood stages and impact descriptions for this site are referenced to the NAVD88 datum. Additional datum information can be found at the bottom of this page.