Major Flood
12.5 ft
Current Water Level
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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
10 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13.4 ft
Water will cover county road 347 and Fowler Bluff Cutoff.
11.5 ft
Water will reach the concession stand in the park.
10 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins.
8.5 ft
Water will rise over the boardwalk at the 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 1948 | 16 ft | — |
| Apr 20, 1973 | 13 ft | — |
| Apr 15, 1984 | 12.65 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Suwannee River at Manatee Springs - Source (in NAVD88)?
The Suwannee River at Manatee Springs - Source (in NAVD88) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02323566) 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 Manatee Springs - Source (in NAVD88)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Suwannee River at Manatee Springs - Source (in NAVD88) is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Suwannee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Suwannee River at Manatee Springs - Source (in NAVD88) 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 at Manatee Springs - Source (in NAVD88) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Levy County, Florida at coordinates 29.4900°N, 82.9769°W. USGS site number: 02323566. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Downstream: Suwannee River at Manatee Springs (in NAVD88)
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading affected by tides.
- Flood stages and impact descriptions for this site are referenced to the NAVD88 datum. Additional datum information can be found at the bottom of this page.