Is the Flint River flooding?
The Flint River 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 Flint River 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Flint River near Chase AL. The highest level ever recorded there was 31.04 ft on 23 December 1990, carrying 120,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1929 (64 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flint River at Brownsboro, Al. | No flooding | 7.22 ft | 17 ft | |
| Flint River near Chase AL | No current data | — | — | — |
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.