Major Flood
20 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Record Flooding occurs. Extensive flooding throughout the Shoal River Basin. All roads across the river are impassable. Numerous residents along the river experience significant and destructive flooding.
24 ft
Water begins to flood the approach road surface and bridge travel lanes of New Harmony Road. Hinote Road at Deshazo Road floods.
22 ft
Water reaches the base of the New Harmony Road bridge. Water begins to cross Williams Road near the Mill Creek Bridge. Nearly all residences on Plantation lane are flooded at this level.
20 ft
Numerous residences along Planation Lane are flooded at this level.
18 ft
Flood waters cross Plantation Lane in several places isolating many residences. Hinote Road is flooded more than one half mile south of the bridge, restricting access to flooded residences on Dallas Drive.
16 ft
The Hinote Road Bridge begins to flood. The road is subject to closure.
14 ft
Water begins to overflow into wooded areas along the river from New Harmony Road westward to Laird Road.
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 16, 2020 | 25.65 ft | 10,600 cfs |
| Jun 8, 1989 | 24.73 ft | 12,050 cfs |
| Apr 26, 1964 | 23.64 ft | 10,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shoal River near Mossy Head (CR 1087)?
The Shoal River near Mossy Head (CR 1087) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02368500) 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 Shoal River near Mossy Head (CR 1087)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shoal River near Mossy Head (CR 1087) is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
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Where is the Shoal River near Mossy Head (CR 1087) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Walton County, Florida at coordinates 30.7958°N, 86.3069°W. USGS site number: 02368500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 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.