Major Flood
5.3 ft
Current Water Level
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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
4.8 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
Action Stage
3.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5.3 ft
Major flooding occurs to many structures and marinas along the river and in the Hontoon Island area.
4.8 ft
Water starts to enter low lying buildings around Hontoon Island. Many secondary roads and homes in low lying areas are flooded.
4.5 ft
Water moves into yards and approaches buildings around Hontoon Island.
4 ft
Docks and piers are completely submerged at Pier 44 Marina. Many docks are partially submerged at Hontoon Landing Marina.
3.5 ft
Flooding of campsites and trails occurs at Hontoon Island State Park.
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 10, 2022 | 6.33 ft | — |
| Oct 10, 1953 | 6.06 ft | — |
| Oct 2, 1960 | 5.84 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Johns River near Deland?
The St. Johns River near Deland gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02236000) 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 near Deland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Johns River near Deland is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4.8 feet, and major flooding at 5.3 feet.
How do I get alerts when St. Johns River rises?
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Where is the St. Johns River near Deland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lake County, Florida at coordinates 29.0081°N, 81.3828°W. USGS site number: 02236000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, 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.