Sitka Sound Tide Gauge at Sitka (MLLW datum)
Stage at this gauge is reported MLLW datum.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 12.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 13.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 15.0 ft; major flooding begins at 17.0 ft.
| Action stage | 12.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 17.0 ft |
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | Stress on all habor gangways. If SW swell and onshore wind, expect debris on Sitka airport runway. |
|---|---|
| 15.0 ft | Airport will be closed due to rocks on the runway. Habor gangways will be damaged. Parking lots will be inundated. |
| 17.0 ft | Transportation to/from Sitka will be halted. Businesses on the water front will be flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS Juneau · River Forecast Center: Alaska Pacific River Forecast Center.
A NOAA tide station shares this spot: Sitka, with tide predictions and official flood levels.
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Nearby stations and gauges
- Sitka NOAA tide station · 0.1 mi
- Indian River at Sitka NWS gauge · 1.0 mi
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- Sawmill Creek below Upper Tailrace near Sitka NWS gauge · 5.0 mi
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- Silver Bay Tributary at Bear Cove near Sitka NWS gauge · 7.1 mi