Tide Gauge at Cedar Key (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Levy County, Florida on the Tide Gauge. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CKYF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
6.2 ft
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
2.2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
(or 15.8 ft MSL) 10 to 14 feet of water overtopping Key. Many homes likely washed off their foundation.
8 ft
(or 9.8 ft MSL) Numerous homes with 4 to 6 feet of water inside. Businesses near 2nd street and C street have 1 to 3 feet of water inside. Parts of Highway 24 under 4 feet of moving water with damaging wave action.
6.2 ft
(or 8 ft MSL) Half of the Key is under water. Two feet of water on 2nd street in downtown. Airport runway flooded. Parts of Highway 24 under 2 feet of moving water. Numerous homes with 2 to 4 feet of water inside with damaging wave action.
5.2 ft
(or 7 ft MSL) Dock Street and downtown roads begin to flood.
4 ft
(or 5.8 ft MSL) Parts of Highway 24 leading to the key flood. Water comes up to or floods many low lying coastal homes with up to 1 foot of water inside.
3 ft
(or 4.8 ft MSL) 12 homes and businesses begin to flood in low lying areas.
2.2 ft
(or 4 ft MSL) A few inches of water on low lying roads, water near a few homes and businesses.
1.5 ft
(or 3.3 ft MSL) Water on the side of low lying roads.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2023 | 6.84 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2023 | 6.84 ft | — |
| Sep 1, 2016 | 6.1 ft | — |
| Sep 1, 2016 | 6.1 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 1985 | 5.41 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CKYF1
River
Tide Gauge
County
Levy, FL
Coordinates
29.1350°N, 83.0317°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Gauge at Cedar Key (in MHHW)?
The Tide Gauge at Cedar Key (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 Cedar Key (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Gauge at Cedar Key (in MHHW) is 2.2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 6.2 feet.
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Where is the Tide Gauge at Cedar Key (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Levy County, Florida at coordinates 29.1350°N, 83.0317°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- 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.