Suwannee River at Fowlers Bluff (in NAVD88)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Levy County, Florida on the Suwannee River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02323590, 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
9 ft
Moderate Flood
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
3.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Historic flooding in Fowlers Bluff. All land areas in town are flooded, some ares several feet deep.
10 ft
Catastrophic flooding continues in Fowlers Bluff. Nearly all land areas in town are flooded. Cedar Key National Wildlife Refuge buildings off NW 31 place flood. In Dixie County, SE Highway 349 is impassible in the vicinity of the Keen Cemetery.
9 ft
In Fowlers Bluff, water spreads across NW 46th lane, flooding areas west of Highway NW 347. Most homes not elevated along the river experience significant flooding. In Dixie County, SE Highway 349 begins to flood near the Keen Cemetery.
7.5 ft
In Fowlers Bluff, NW 46th Lane is impassible west of the Treasure Camp Boat Ramp. Homes not elevated along this road experience significant flooding. Flooding worsens along NW 154th Avenue and NW 153 Court.
6 ft
In Fowlers Bluff, NW 46th Lane is mostly flooded west of the Treasure Camp Boat Ramp. Homes along NW 46th lane not elevated in this area are prone to flooding. Water begins to affect homes along NW 154th Avenue and NW 153rd Court.
5 ft
In Fowlers Bluff, water moves into yards of homes along NW 46th lane and begins to cover the road in some areas west of the Treasure Camp Boat Ramp.
4.5 ft
In Fowlers Bluff, this is the top of the bank along the riverfront.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 1948 | 10.9 ft | — |
| Apr 13, 1948 | 10.9 ft | — |
| Apr 20, 1973 | 8.9 ft | — |
| Apr 20, 1973 | 8.9 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 6.69 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Suwannee River at Fowlers Bluff (in NAVD88)?
The Suwannee River at Fowlers Bluff (in NAVD88) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02323590) 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 at Fowlers Bluff (in NAVD88)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Suwannee River at Fowlers Bluff (in NAVD88) is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 3.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
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Where is the Suwannee River at Fowlers Bluff (in NAVD88) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Levy County, Florida at coordinates 29.3983°N, 83.0222°W. USGS site number: 02323590. 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
- 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.