St. Johns River at Buckman Bridge (I-295) (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Duval County, Florida on the St. Johns River. 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: BKBF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
3 ft
Moderate Flood
2 ft
Minor Flood
1.5 ft
Action Stage
1 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
3.5 ft
Major Flooding - 3.50 feet above NAVD88 - Extensive inundation of structures and roads in the area is expected. Evacuations of people or transfer of property to higher ground is likely and the advice of Emergency Management should be heeded.
2.5 ft
Moderate Flooding - 2.50 feet above NAVD88 - Some flooding of structures and roads along the St. Johns River and other inland waterways is expected. Evacuation of people or property to higher ground is possible and the advice of Emergency Management or local officials should be heeded.
2 ft
Minor Flooding - 2.00 feet above NAVD88 - Flooding of low lying areas...city parks and normally flood prone roadways is likely. Some boat ramps and docks along the St. Johns River and other inland waterways will begin to flood.
1.5 ft
Action Stage - 1.50 feet above NAVD88 - Minor Flooding possible. Should water levels continue rising...preparations to protect property should begin. Clarks Fish Camp along Julington Creek may begin to experience minor flooding above this level.
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 11, 2017 | 5.2 ft | — |
| Sep 11, 2017 | 5.2 ft | — |
| Nov 10, 2022 | 3.77 ft | — |
| Nov 10, 2022 | 3.77 ft | — |
| Sep 26, 2004 | 3.44 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BKBF1
River
St. Johns River
County
Duval, FL
Coordinates
30.1847°N, 81.6847°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Johns River at Buckman Bridge (I-295) (in MHHW)?
The St. Johns River at Buckman Bridge (I-295) (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. Johns River at Buckman Bridge (I-295) (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Johns River at Buckman Bridge (I-295) (in MHHW) is 1.5 feet. Action stage begins at 1 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2 feet, and major flooding at 3 feet.
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Where is the St. Johns River at Buckman Bridge (I-295) (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Duval County, Florida at coordinates 30.1847°N, 81.6847°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NOS
- 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.