Major Flood
6 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SHPF1). 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
4 ft
Minor Flood
3.2 ft
Action Stage
1.7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Flooding of historic proportions in Shell Point and Live Oak Island. Water will be up to 9 ft deep in some areas. Further inland, homes south of US-98 near Wakulla Beach Road flood. Portions of US-98 east of Spring Creek Highway flood at this level.
9 ft
Catastrophic flooding at Shell Point and Live Oak Island. Much of the area is flooded up to 6 feet deep. Any structures not elevated will suffer significant damage and possible destruction due to wave action.
6 ft
Significant flooding at Shell Point and Live Oak Island. Access to the area becomes impossible. Water covers the area up to 3 feet deep in places. Structures not elevated suffer significant damage.
5 ft
Much of Shell Point and Live Oak Island are flooded by water 1 to 2 feet deep. Structures not elevated flood at this level.
4 ft
Water floods yards of homes in Shell Point. Structures not elevated are subject to flooding above this level. Shell Point Road begins to flood south of Kornegay Way, restricting access to the area.
3.5 ft
Live Oak Island Road begins to flood near Creek Road.
3.2 ft
Water will reach the top of the canals at Shell Point. Water will wash under homes on the south side of Beatty Taff Drive.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2018 | 8.280000000000001 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 6.77 ft | — |
| Sep 1, 2016 | 6.01 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SHPF1
River
Tide Station
County
Wakulla, FL
Coordinates
30.0600°N, 84.2906°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Station at Shell Point Canal (In MHHW)?
The Tide Station at Shell Point Canal (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 Shell Point Canal (In MHHW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Station at Shell Point Canal (In MHHW) is 3.2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tide Station rises?
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Where is the Tide Station at Shell Point Canal (In MHHW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wakulla County, Florida at coordinates 30.0600°N, 84.2906°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: COMPS-USF
- 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.
- Gauge reading affected by tides.