Is the Alafia River flooding?
The Alafia River is tracked by 6 USGS streamgauges in Florida. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Alafia River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Alafia River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Florida river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alafia River at Lithia Pinecrest Rd at Lithia, FL | No flooding | 3.79 ft | 13 ft | |
| Alafia River near Keysville FL | No current data | — | — | — |
| Alafia River at Bell Shoals near Riverview FL | No current data | — | — | — |
| Alafia River near Gibsonton FL | No current data | — | — | — |
| Alafia River near Bell Shoals Rd near Riverview FL | No flood stage defined | 2.62 ft | — | |
| Alafia River at Gibsonton FL | No flood stage defined | 3.29 ft | — |
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.