Black Warrior River at Oliver Lock and Dam
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 122.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 129.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 138.0 ft; major flooding begins at 146.0 ft.
| Action stage | 122.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 129.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 138.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 146.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 149.0 ft on Feb 22, 1961 (historic crest)
- 148.3 ft on Mar 29, 1951 (historic crest)
- 148.0 ft on Apr 13, 1979 (historic crest)
- 146.7 ft on Jan 6, 1949 (historic crest)
Forecast office: NWS Calera · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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