St. Johns River at Shands Bridge (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in St. Johns County, Florida on the St. Johns River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02245340, 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
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.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2016 | 3.66 ft | — |
| Oct 7, 2016 | 3.66 ft | — |
| Nov 10, 2022 | 3.52 ft | — |
| Nov 10, 2022 | 3.52 ft | — |
| Sep 30, 2022 | 3.27 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GCEF1
River
St. Johns River
County
St. Johns, FL
Coordinates
30.0058°N, 81.6150°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Johns River at Shands Bridge (in MHHW)?
The St. Johns River at Shands Bridge (in MHHW) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02245340) 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 Shands Bridge (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Johns River at Shands Bridge (in MHHW) is 1.5 feet. Action stage begins at 1 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2 feet, and major flooding at 3 feet.
How do I get alerts when St. Johns River rises?
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Where is the St. Johns River at Shands Bridge (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Johns County, Florida at coordinates 30.0058°N, 81.6150°W. USGS site number: 02245340. 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
- 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.