Major Flood
4.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BDPF1). 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 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Many homes east of Bald Point Road are surrounded by water.
6.5 ft
Most of Bald Point Road floods.
5.5 ft
Water approaches homes east of Bald Point Road.
4.5 ft
Widespread flooding of the Mashes Sands area. Several parts of Bald Point Road begin to flood.
4 ft
Water surrounds homes on Top Sail Way Road. Water begins approaching Bald Point Road near Sunrise Pointe Estates Road.
3.5 ft
Water approaches the backyards of homes on Bald Point Road north of Marlin Street. Water surrounds homes on Blue Crab Lane and Blue Heron Way.
3 ft
Mashes Sands Road floods from Top Sail Way Road eastward. Water begins surrounding homes on Sunrise Lane.
2.5 ft
Water covers Mashes Sands Road east of Blue Crab Lane. Water begins rising into the backyards of homes on Blue Crab Lane, Blue Heron Way, and Sunrise Lane.
2 ft
Mashes Sands Park floods.
1.5 ft
Masehs Sands Road begins to flood east of Sunrise Lane.
1 ft
Wetland flooding begins.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 4.25 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BDPF1
River
Tide Station
County
Franklin, FL
Coordinates
29.9481°N, 84.3423°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Station at Bald Point State Park (in MHHW)?
The Tide Station at Bald Point State 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 Station at Bald Point State Park (in MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Station at Bald Point State Park (in MHHW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3 feet, and major flooding at 4.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tide Station rises?
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Where is the Tide Station at Bald Point State Park (in MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Florida at coordinates 29.9481°N, 84.3423°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 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.