Tide Gauge at Crystal River (in MHHW)
Florida — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Citrus 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: CKBF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
5 ft
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
80 percent of Crystal River is flooded. Some homes along U.S. 19 near Kings Bay have up to 7 feet of water inside.
6 ft
Flooding of homes extends to areas east of U.S. 19.
5 ft
Most homes west of U.S. 19 are flooded with one to two feet of water inside.
4 ft
One foot of water in many homes west of U.S. 19.
3 ft
Water begins to flood some homes and U.S. 19 near Kings Bay. Highway 44 West Fort Island Trail is covered with a few inches of water.
2 ft
Water floods boat ramps, docks, and low lying areas.
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 | 5.99 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2023 | 5.99 ft | — |
| Aug 5, 2024 | 3.75 ft | — |
| Aug 5, 2024 | 3.75 ft | — |
| Dec 17, 2023 | 3.08 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CKBF1
River
Tide Gauge
County
Citrus, FL
Coordinates
28.8933°N, 82.6056°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Gauge at Crystal River (in MHHW)?
The Tide Gauge at Crystal River (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 Crystal River (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Gauge at Crystal River (in MHHW) is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 5 feet.
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Where is the Tide Gauge at Crystal River (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Citrus County, Florida at coordinates 28.8933°N, 82.6056°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.