Major Flood
3 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: ELCF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
2 ft
Minor Flood
1 ft
Action Stage
0.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
6 ft
All of northern Pine Island flooded.
5 ft
Bookelia Post office surrounded by water. Stringfellow Rd flooded north of Tropical Ln.
4 ft
Stringfellow Rd flooded north of Barrancas Ave. Hoems east of Stringfellow Rd and north of Howard Rd beginning to flood. Most homes west of Quail Trl flooded. Captain's Harbor flooded.
3 ft
Nearly all streets in Bookelia flooded. Stringfellow Rd approach to Jug Creek bridge begins to flood. Flooding expands up streets adjacent to Jug Creek, impacting additional homes.
2.5 ft
Several homes begin to flood along Jug Creek. Water surrounding homes and businesses along Bahama Way. Bahama Way flooded.
2 ft
Water begins to flood some homes along Jug Creek. Four Winds Marina begins to flood.
1.5 ft
Streets begin to flood along Jug Creek. Fields begin to flood north of Tropical Ln and East of Bahama Way.
1 ft
Backyards begin to flood along Jug Creek and adjacent canals. Four Winds Marina parking lot begins to flood.
0.5 ft
Water approaching Stringfellow Rd and Four Winds Marina. Water overtopping docks in Captain's Harbor.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
ELCF1
River
Tide Gauge
County
Lee, FL
Coordinates
26.7021°N, 82.1552°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Gauge at Bokeelia (in MHHW)?
The Tide Gauge at Bokeelia (in MHHW) gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Tide Gauge at Bokeelia (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Gauge at Bokeelia (in MHHW) is 1 feet. Action stage begins at 0.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2 feet, and major flooding at 3 feet.
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Where is the Tide Gauge at Bokeelia (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lee County, Florida at coordinates 26.7021°N, 82.1552°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
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- 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.