Alapaha River at Irwinville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 269.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 272.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 276.0 ft.
| Action stage | 269.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 272.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 276.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 275.4 ft on Mar 7, 2020 (historic crest)
- 272.7 ft on Feb 27, 2013 (historic crest)
- 272.2 ft on Dec 5, 2018 (historic crest)
- 272.2 ft on Jan 23, 2010 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 272.0 ft | Lowland areas along mainly the east bank of the river begin to flood. |
|---|---|
| 276.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins with access areas along the west and east bank of the river restricted. |
Forecast office: NWS Tallahassee · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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