Cahaba Valley Creek at Cross Creek Rd at Pelham, Al.
Is Cahaba Valley Creek at Cross Creek Rd at Pelham, Al. flooding right now?
No — Cahaba Valley Creek at Cross Creek Rd at Pelham, Al. is at 2.65 ft, 5.3 ft below its 8 ft flood stage, as of 41 min ago.
Gauge height
2.65 ft
Streamflow
36 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 8 ft, with major flooding at 13 ft. The highest crest on record was 18.18 ft on Wed, Oct 6, 2021.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Minor flood | 8 ft | 5.3 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 12 ft | 9.3 ft below |
| Major flood | 13 ft | 10.3 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 18.18 ft | 2021-10-06 |
| 8.2 ft | 2026-01-10 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Buck Creek near Pelham, Ala | 1.6 mi | Shelby County |
| Cahaba River near Acton AL | 3.5 mi | Jefferson County |
| Cahaba Valley Creek at Indian Trail Rd near Indian Sprs | 3.5 mi | Shelby County |
| Cahaba River near Hoover, AL | 4.1 mi | Jefferson County |
| Cahaba River near Helena AL | 4.8 mi | Shelby County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.