Steinhatchee River at Steinhatchee (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Taylor County, Florida on the Steinhatchee River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02324170, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
6 ft
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
2.4 ft
Action Stage
1.4 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Flooding of historic proportions in Steinhatchee, Keaton Beach, and adjacent areas in Taylor and Dixie Counties. Water floods some areas up to 10 ft deep. Structures not elevated are destroyed and some elevated homes experience significant damage.
9 ft
Catastrophic flooding in Steinhatchee, Keaton Beach, and adjacent areas in Taylor and Dixie Counties. Water floods some areas up to 7 feet deep. Homes not elevated could be destroyed. Some elevated structures are subject to flooding.
6 ft
Significant flooding in Steinhatchee, Keaton Beach, and adjacent areas in Taylor and Dixie Counties. In Steinhatchee, flooding extends further inland affecting locations south of 5th Avenue North and west of 10th Street East. Flooding affects several structures south of SR-51 near the river. In Keaton Beach and nearby areas, much of the area is flooded within 3 miles of the coast, some areas with as much water as 4 ft deep. Homes not elevated experience significant damage.
5 ft
Flooding expands in Steinhatchee. Structures south of 4th Avenue North not elevated begin to flood. Areas along the river south of SR-51 also begin to flood at this level. In Keaton Beach and vicinity, access into the area by Beach Road is impossible, with the road flooded in several locations. Homes and structures not elevated are flooded.
4 ft
In Steinhatchee, water will be at least 1 foot deep near the intersection of Main Street and 1st Ave South. Flooding expands to affect some homes north of 1st Avenue South, mainly west of 7th Street East. In Keaton Beach and Cedar Island, flooding increases and affects all areas west and south of Beach Road. Homes not elevated begin to flood at this level.
3 ft
Water begins to cross 1st Avenue South near Steinhatchee Boat Ramp. In Keaton Beach, areas around Ezell Beach Road begin to flood. Water crosses Beach Road near the boat ramp and further east near Gulf Haven Drive. Flooding also begins to affect areas in Cedar Island.
2 ft
The boat ramp at Keaton Beach and Steinhatchee begins to flood.
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 | 12.6 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 12.6 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2023 | 8.03 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2023 | 8.03 ft | — |
| Sep 1, 2016 | 7.06 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STIF1
River
Steinhatchee River
County
Taylor, FL
Coordinates
29.6681°N, 83.3775°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Steinhatchee River at Steinhatchee (in MHHW)?
The Steinhatchee River at Steinhatchee (in MHHW) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02324170) 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 Steinhatchee River at Steinhatchee (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Steinhatchee River at Steinhatchee (in MHHW) is 2.4 feet. Action stage begins at 1.4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
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Where is the Steinhatchee River at Steinhatchee (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Taylor County, Florida at coordinates 29.6681°N, 83.3775°W. USGS site number: 02324170. 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.