Is the Cahaba Valley Creek flooding?

Alabama · 2 gauges · Alabama river levels

The Cahaba Valley 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 Cahaba Valley Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 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 Cahaba Valley Creek at Cross Creek Rd at Pelham, Al.. The highest level ever recorded there was 17.73 ft on 7 October 2021, carrying 3,390 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1999 (27 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.09 ft, 15.6 ft below that record.

Drains 26 sq mi · gauge elevation 429 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Cahaba Valley Creek at Indian Trail Rd near Indian SprsNo flooding3.65 ft8 ft
Cahaba Valley Creek at Cross Creek Rd at Pelham, Al.No flooding2.09 ft8 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.