Major Flood
97 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
95 ft
Minor Flood
93 ft
Action Stage
90 ft
What Floods at Each Level
90 ft
Low lying roads along the river MAY begin to flood. All public boat ramps will be closed.
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 5, 1973 | 101.93 ft | 27,700 cfs |
| Sep 15, 1964 | 99.22 ft | 17,200 cfs |
| Apr 5, 1984 | 99.03 ft | 18,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SBNF1
River
Suwannee River
County
Columbia, FL
Coordinates
30.5072°N, 82.7164°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Suwannee River near Benton (in NAVD88)?
The Suwannee River near Benton (in NAVD88) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02315000) 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 near Benton (in NAVD88)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Suwannee River near Benton (in NAVD88) is 93 feet. Action stage begins at 90 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 95 feet, and major flooding at 97 feet.
How do I get alerts when Suwannee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Suwannee River near Benton (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 near Benton (in NAVD88) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Columbia County, Florida at coordinates 30.5072°N, 82.7164°W. USGS site number: 02315000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- 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.