Major Flood
11 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Extensive flooding of the area occurs with water entering several elevated structures on Old Magnolia Road in Wakulla County.
13.5 ft
In Leon County, water reaches the base of the road bridge on Natural Bridge Road.
13 ft
Water begins to flood some elevated structures along the St Marks River along Old Magnolia Road in Wakulla County.
11.5 ft
Natural Bridge Road is impassable above this level in Leon County.
11 ft
Water begins to flood Old Magnolia Road in several spots restricting access into the area in Wakulla County.
10.25 ft
Natural Bridge Road begins to flood west of the road bridge in Leon County.
10 ft
Flooding increases around homes on the east side of Old Magnolia Road in Wakulla County. Access to some of these homes may be restricted above this level.
9 ft
Several structures on Old Magnolia Road are surrounded by water up to 1 foot deep in Wakulla County.
8.5 ft
Water approaches the steps to an elevated residence on Old Magnolia Road in Wakulla County. Other elevated structures begin to be surrounded by water. Portions of the Natural Bridge State Park near the river begin to flood in Leon County.
8 ft
Water begins to flood yards of some residences of homes near Old Magnolia Road in Wakulla County.
7 ft
Water begins to flood docks on the St Marks River behind houses on Old Magnolia Road in Wakulla County.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2008 | 13.88 ft | 6,890 cfs |
| Apr 6, 1973 | 11.81 ft | 4,750 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1991 | 11.18 ft | 4,490 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NEPF1
River
St. Marks River
County
Wakulla, FL
Coordinates
30.2711°N, 84.1483°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Marks River near Newport on Old Magnolia Rd (in stage datum)?
The St. Marks River near Newport on Old Magnolia Rd (in stage datum) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02326900) 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. Marks River near Newport on Old Magnolia Rd (in stage datum)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Marks River near Newport on Old Magnolia Rd (in stage datum) is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when St. Marks River rises?
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Where is the St. Marks River near Newport on Old Magnolia Rd (in stage datum) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wakulla County, Florida at coordinates 30.2711°N, 84.1483°W. USGS site number: 02326900. 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
- Due to the potential threat of storm surge traveling upstream through the river from the coast, refer to storm surge watches and warnings issued by the National Hurricane Center for this location. Once the threat of storm surge flooding has passed, official river forecasts will resume for this location.