Blue Spring at Blue Springs near Madison (in NAVD88)
Stage at this gauge is reported in NAVD88.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 54.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 60.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 65.0 ft; major flooding begins at 70.0 ft.
| Action stage | 54.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 60.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 65.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 70.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 56.4 ft on Jan 10, 2021 (historic crest)
- 34.1 ft on Apr 9, 2016 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 60.0 ft | Water begins to impact the Florida Campsite in Hamilton County. |
|---|---|
| 62.0 ft | Lowland flooding continues on both the east and west banks of the river near SR 6. |
| 63.0 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. |
| 65.0 ft | In Madison County, portions of NE Chervil Drive flood. NE Haven Drive and NE River County Trail flood in several places. |
| 68.0 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. |
| 70.0 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. |
| 75.0 ft | Water reaches the base of the SR-6 bridge. The bridge is subject to closure above this level. |
| 77.0 ft | Water floods the approaches to the SR-6 bridge in Madison County. |
Forecast office: NWS Tallahassee · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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