Withlacoochee River near Madison (SR 6)
Hamilton County, Florida
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What floods at each level
- 77 ft
Water floods the approaches to the SR-6 bridge in Madison County.
- 75 ft
Water reaches the base of the SR-6 bridge. The bridge is subject to closure above this level.
- 70 ft
Significant flooding occurs in the vicinity of SR 6. Numerous homes in the area on the Hamilton and Madison County sides of the river are subject to flooding. Many areas within a quarter mile of the river are inaccessible.
- 68 ft
In Madison County, access to the Blue Springs area near the river may become restricted. Access to residences east of NE Chive Terrace to the river become restricted. Downstream near NE Holly Point Trail and Timber River Road, structures not elevated begin to flood. Access into the area becomes restricted above this level. In Hamilton County, a home at the end of SW 31st street near the river begins to flood.
- 65 ft
In Madison County, portions of NE Chervil Drive flood. NE Haven Drive and NE River County Trail flood in several places.
- 63 ft
In Hamilton County, more extensive flooding affects the Florida Campsites. Area around SW 64th Way floods at this level. Northwest 22nd and Northwest 21st terrace are flooded near the entrance to a subdivision.
- 62 ft
Lowland flooding continues on both the east and west banks of the river near SR 6.
- 60 ft
Water begins to impact the Florida Campsite in Hamilton County.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 6, 2009 | 75.35 ft | 57,200 cfs |
| Mar 11, 1984 | 71.83999999999999 ft | 31,000 cfs |
| Mar 3, 2013 | 71.22 ft | -9,999 cfs |
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