Santa Fe River near Fort White (in NAVD88)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Gilchrist County, Florida on the Santa Fe River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02322500, 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
29 ft
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
40 ft
Water reaches the top of the SR 47 bridge railing.
38 ft
Water begins to flood the SR 47 bridge travel lanes.
35 ft
Water reaches the base of the SR 47 bridge.
31.5 ft
Water reaches the approach roadway surface to the SR 47 bridge.
29 ft
Major damage and disruption to the community is expected. Roads will be cut off and many homes will be surrounded by water. Boat wash damage to homes will be severe.
25 ft
Damage to homes at low elevation as well as basement areas underneath homes on stilts is likely.
23.25 ft
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission begins enforcement of a no wake zone on the Santa Fe River from the centerline of the US 27 Bridge downstream to one-half mile upstream from the State Road 47 Bridge.
23 ft
Minor damage to dwellings is possible due to boat wash.
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 15, 1964 | 35.4 ft | 17,000 cfs |
| Sep 15, 1964 | 35.4 ft | 17,000 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2017 | 34.46 ft | 17,300 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2017 | 34.46 ft | 17,300 cfs |
| Apr 11, 1948 | 33.760000000000005 ft | 3,730 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FWHF1
River
Santa Fe River
County
Gilchrist, FL
Coordinates
29.8486°N, 82.7153°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Santa Fe River near Fort White (in NAVD88)?
The Santa Fe River near Fort White (in NAVD88) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02322500) 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 Santa Fe River near Fort White (in NAVD88)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Santa Fe River near Fort White (in NAVD88) is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Santa Fe River rises?
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Where is the Santa Fe River near Fort White (in NAVD88) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gilchrist County, Florida at coordinates 29.8486°N, 82.7153°W. USGS site number: 02322500. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- 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.