Is the Big Wills Creek flooding?

Alabama · 2 gauges · Alabama river levels

The Big Wills Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Alabama. 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 Big Wills Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Alabama river levels.

data refreshed 16 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Big Wills Creek near Reece City. The highest level ever recorded there was 16.30 ft in 1884, carrying 20,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1884 (75 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.65 ft, 14.7 ft below that record.

Drains 182 sq mi · gauge elevation 570 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Big Wills Creek at State Hwy 35 near Fort Payne, ALNo flooding3.73 ft11 ft
Big Wills Creek near Reece CityNo flood stage defined1.65 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.