Major Flood
4 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
3 ft
Minor Flood
1.7 ft
Action Stage
0.7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Flooding of historic proportions in Suwannee. Elevated structures experience significant flooding and could be destroyed by wave action.
9 ft
Catastrophic flooding in Suwannee. Complete inundation of the area. Homes no elevated will likely be destroyed. Some structures that are elevated begin to flood and experience damage.
6 ft
Significant flooding in Suwannee. Structures not elevated suffer flooding with up to 4 feet of water inside.
5 ft
All land areas in Suwannee are flooded. Structures not elevated flood up to 3 feet deep.
4 ft
Most land areas in Suwannee are flooded at this level. Access into the area by SE 349 Highway becomes impossible. Structures not elevated flood up to 2 feet deep.
3 ft
Water overtops all canals in Suwannee and flooding expands to cover most land areas. Structures not elevated are flooded up to 1 foot deep. Portions of SE 349 Highway begin to flood.
1.7 ft
Flooding expands into Suwannee, with water overtopping several of the canals. Access to structures on SE 205th Street and SE 909th Avenue become restricted above this level.
0.7 ft
Low lying areas on SE 205 street and SE 909th avenue begin to flood. Water is prone to overwashing the road 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 27, 2024 | 7.15 ft | — |
| Sep 2, 2016 | 6.35 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Feb 1, 2007 | 6.09 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Suwannee River above Gopher River Confluence (in MHHW)?
The Suwannee River above Gopher River Confluence (in MHHW) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02323592) 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 Suwannee River above Gopher River Confluence (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Suwannee River above Gopher River Confluence (in MHHW) is 1.7 feet. Action stage begins at 0.7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3 feet, and major flooding at 4 feet.
How do I get alerts when Suwannee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Suwannee River above Gopher River Confluence (in MHHW) to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Suwannee River above Gopher River Confluence (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dixie County, Florida at coordinates 29.3392°N, 83.0867°W. USGS site number: 02323592. 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.