Major Flood
4.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PCVF1). 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
3.5 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
6 ft
Widespread significant flooding of the western end of St. George Island.
4.5 ft
Many homes north of Sailfish Drive, Seahorse Lane, Sea Fern Way, Tarpon Lane, and Nautilus Drive are surrounded by water.
3.5 ft
Water begins to cross Leisure Lane. Most homes north of Leisure Lane are surrounded by water.
2.5 ft
Water surrounds the elevated homes on Leisure Lane, Turpentine Lane, and Sand Dollar Trail. Minor flooding begins on Leisure Lane. The runway of St. George Island Airport is completely flooded.
2 ft
Water begins to flood the runway of St. George Island Airport.
1.5 ft
Wetland flooding begins on the bay side of the west end of St. George Island.
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 | 3.69 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PCVF1
River
St George Island
County
Franklin, FL
Coordinates
29.6033°N, 85.0277°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St George Island at Pilot's Cove (in MHHW)?
The St George Island at Pilot's Cove (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 St George Island at Pilot's Cove (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St George Island at Pilot's Cove (in MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3.5 feet, and major flooding at 4.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when St George Island rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add St George Island at Pilot's Cove (in MHHW) 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 St George Island at Pilot's Cove (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Florida at coordinates 29.6033°N, 85.0277°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.