Santa Fe River near Fort White (in NAVD88)
Stage at this gauge is reported in NAVD88.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 22.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 23.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 25.0 ft; major flooding begins at 29.0 ft.
| Action stage | 22.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 23.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 25.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 29.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 35.4 ft on Sep 16, 1964 (historic crest)
- 34.5 ft on Sep 15, 2017 (historic crest)
- 33.8 ft on Apr 12, 1948 (historic crest)
- 32.6 ft on Mar 15, 1948 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 23.0 ft | Minor damage to dwellings is possible due to boat wash. |
|---|---|
| 23.2 ft | Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission begins enforcement of a no wake zone on the Santa Fe River from the centerline of the US 27 Bridge downstream to one-half mile upstream from the State Road 47 Bridge. |
| 25.0 ft | Damage to homes at low elevation as well as basement areas underneath homes on stilts is likely. |
| 29.0 ft | Major damage and disruption to the community is expected. Roads will be cut off and many homes will be surrounded by water. Boat wash damage to homes will be severe. |
| 31.5 ft | Water reaches the approach roadway surface to the SR 47 bridge. |
| 35.0 ft | Water reaches the base of the SR 47 bridge. |
| 38.0 ft | Water begins to flood the SR 47 bridge travel lanes. |
| 40.0 ft | Water reaches the top of the SR 47 bridge railing. |
Forecast office: NWS Jacksonville · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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