Sopchoppy River Entrance in Ochlockonee Bay (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Wakulla County, Florida. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SORF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
4 ft
Moderate Flood
3 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
6 ft
Widespread flooding in the Surf community.
5 ft
Many homes on River Drive are surrounded by water. Flooding spreads north of Surf Road.
4 ft
More of Surf Road floods east of the bridge. Many homes along and south of Surf Road east of River Drive in the Surf Community are surrounded by water.
3.5 ft
Surf Road floods near Beechcraft Drive and Skyhawk Lane.
3 ft
Homes on Shoreline Drive are surrounded by water. Water approaches the backyards of homes on River Drive. Water surrounds homes on Surf Drive near Beechcraft Drive and approaches the roadway.
2.5 ft
Joe Drive floods. Water approaches homes on Surf Road near Beechcraft Drive.
2 ft
Some flooding of Driftwood Drive begins. Water starts approaching homes on Joe Drive and Shoreline Drive.
1.5 ft
Wetland flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2024 | 3.28 ft | — |
| Oct 17, 2024 | 3.28 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SORF1
County
Wakulla, FL
Coordinates
29.9907°N, 84.4318°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sopchoppy River Entrance in Ochlockonee Bay (in MHHW)?
The Sopchoppy River Entrance in Ochlockonee Bay (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 Sopchoppy River Entrance in Ochlockonee Bay (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sopchoppy River Entrance in Ochlockonee Bay (in MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3 feet, and major flooding at 4 feet.
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Where is the Sopchoppy River Entrance in Ochlockonee Bay (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wakulla County, Florida at coordinates 29.9907°N, 84.4318°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
- 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.