Black Warrior River at Bankhead Lock and Dam
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 188.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 189.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 196.5 ft; major flooding begins at 198.0 ft.
| Action stage | 188.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 189.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 196.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 198.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 194.9 ft on Apr 5, 1977 (historic crest)
- 194.0 ft on Mar 30, 1951 (historic crest)
- 194.0 ft on Jul 19, 1916 (historic crest)
- 193.6 ft on Feb 23, 1961 (historic crest)
Forecast office: NWS Calera · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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