Major Flood
7 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SYCF1). 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
5.5 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
Action Stage
3 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Water spreads about a quarter mile inland of the Sandy Creek Boat Ramp, rendering access to the intersection Sandy Creek Road and Alvie Holmes Road impossible.
7 ft
Water reaches the intersection of Sandy Creek Road and Alvie Holmes Road. Alvie Holmes Road is impassible on either side of the bridge.
5.5 ft
Water begins to overflood onto Alvie Holmes Road just west of the bridge. The parking area of the Sandy Creek Boat Ramp is impassible above this level.
4 ft
Water begins to flood the parking area of the Sandy Creek Boat Ramp.
3 ft
Water reaches the top of the Sandy Creek Boat Ramp.
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 27, 2024 | 5.01 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SYCF1
River
Sandy Creek
County
Bay, FL
Coordinates
30.1144°N, 85.4176°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sandy Creek at Sandy Creek Boat Ramp (in NAVD88)?
The Sandy Creek at Sandy Creek Boat Ramp (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 Sandy Creek at Sandy Creek Boat Ramp (in NAVD88)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sandy Creek at Sandy Creek Boat Ramp (in NAVD88) is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.5 feet, and major flooding at 7 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sandy Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sandy Creek at Sandy Creek Boat Ramp (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.
Where is the Sandy Creek at Sandy Creek Boat Ramp (in NAVD88) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bay County, Florida at coordinates 30.1144°N, 85.4176°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 Florida Department of Environmental Protection