Gastineau Channel Tide Gauge at Juneau (MLLW datum)
Stage at this gauge is reported MLLW datum.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 22.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 23.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 25.0 ft; major flooding begins at 28.0 ft.
| Action stage | 22.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 23.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 25.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 28.0 ft |
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 22.0 ft | No overlfow except by waves. Nuisance wetting by salt water on objects not removed from beaches. |
|---|---|
| 23.5 ft | Low parking lots such as the boat ramps could have some inundation. If the wind waves are significant, water may lift planks on piers. |
| 25.0 ft | Inundation on lower roadways. Water on non-floating piers. Flood damage. |
| 28.0 ft | Downtown businesses have catistrophic monetary losses due to flooding. Low-lying homes area wide will flood. |
Forecast office: NWS Juneau · River Forecast Center: Alaska Pacific River Forecast Center.
A NOAA tide station shares this spot: Juneau, with tide predictions and official flood levels.
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