St. Johns River near Deland
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 3.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 4.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 4.8 ft; major flooding begins at 5.3 ft.
| Action stage | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 4.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 4.8 ft |
| Major flooding | 5.3 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 6.3 ft on Oct 11, 2022 (historic crest)
- 6.1 ft on Oct 11, 1953 (historic crest)
- 5.8 ft on Oct 3, 1960 (historic crest)
- 5.5 ft on Sep 4, 2008 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 3.5 ft | Flooding of campsites and trails occurs at Hontoon Island State Park. |
|---|---|
| 4.0 ft | Docks and piers are completely submerged at Pier 44 Marina. Many docks are partially submerged at Hontoon Landing Marina. |
| 4.5 ft | Water moves into yards and approaches buildings around Hontoon Island. |
| 4.8 ft | Water starts to enter low lying buildings around Hontoon Island. Many secondary roads and homes in low lying areas are flooded. |
| 5.3 ft | Major flooding occurs to many structures and marinas along the river and in the Hontoon Island area. |
Forecast office: NWS Melbourne · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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