Major Flood
4 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: TPPF1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
3 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
All remaining dry ground underwater.
7 ft
Stringfellow Rd begins to flood. Water expanding east.
6.5 ft
Water approaches Stringfellow Rd.
4 ft
Numerous homes flooded from 3600 block east on each street east of Stringfellow Rd. Manatee Dr and Pinetree Dr begin to flood. KOA campground begins to flood.
3 ft
Homes begin to flood along Sabal Ave and Cove St. Water expands westward surrounding additional homes.
2.5 ft
Water approaching and surrounding homes on Cove St and Sabal Ave. Tropical Point Dr and parking lot at Tropical Point Park begin to flood.
2 ft
Sabal Ave begins to flood as water approaches homes along the street. Water approaching homes on Cove St.
1.5 ft
Dobbs Preserve and Rag Island flooded. Water approaching Tropical Point Dr, Sabal Ave, Manatee Dr, Pine Tree Dr, and Mangrove Ave.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
TPPF1
River
Tide Gauge
County
Lee, FL
Coordinates
26.5470°N, 82.0800°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Gauge at Tropical Point Park (In MHHW)?
The Tide Gauge at Tropical Point Park (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 Tropical Point Park (In MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Gauge at Tropical Point Park (In MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3 feet, and major flooding at 4 feet.
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Where is the Tide Gauge at Tropical Point Park (In MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lee County, Florida at coordinates 26.5470°N, 82.0800°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.