Major Flood
6 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
5 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
Action Stage
3 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
Nearly all of western Cape Coral underwater.
6 ft
Numerous homes flood.
5 ft
Roads begin to flood as water enters some homes.
4 ft
Backyards begin to flood along canals.
3 ft
Water approaches docks along canals. Some docks begin to flood.
2 ft
Mangrove forests fully submerged. No significant infrastructure impacts.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
SWYF1
River
Tide Gauge
County
Lee, FL
Coordinates
26.5493°N, 82.0341°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Gauge at South Spreader Waterway (In MHHW)?
The Tide Gauge at South Spreader Waterway (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 South Spreader Waterway (In MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Gauge at South Spreader Waterway (In MHHW) is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tide Gauge rises?
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Where is the Tide Gauge at South Spreader Waterway (In MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lee County, Florida at coordinates 26.5493°N, 82.0341°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Courtesy of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection
- 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.