Jackson River at Ranch Road near Apalachicola, FL
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Streamflow
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Minor flooding here begins at 2 ft, with major flooding at 6 ft. The highest crest on record was 3.65 ft on Fri, Sep 27, 2024.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 0.9 ft | — |
| Minor flood | 2 ft | — |
| Moderate flood | 4 ft | — |
| Major flood | 6 ft | — |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 3.65 ft | 2024-09-27 |
| 2.67 ft | 2021-08-16 |
| 2.45 ft | 2024-03-18 |
| 2.17 ft | 2024-02-23 |
| 1.61 ft | 2024-08-04 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Huckleberry Creek near Apalachicola FL | 2.4 mi | Franklin County |
| Apalachicola River near Sumatra, Fla. | 13.1 mi | Franklin County |
| New River near Sumatra, Fla | 23.4 mi | Liberty County |
| Apalachicola River.above Chipola Cutoff near Wewahitchka, FL | 25.3 mi | Gulf County |
| Ochlockonee River near Smith Creek, Fla. | 37.6 mi | Wakulla 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.