Is the Little Withlacoochee River flooding?

Florida · 2 gauges · Florida river levels

The Little Withlacoochee River is tracked by 2 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 Little Withlacoochee 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 Florida 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 Little Withlacoochee River at Rerdell, FL. The highest level ever recorded there was 12.32 ft on 19 March 1960, carrying 3,400 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1959 (67 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.70 ft, 9.6 ft below that record.

Drains 145 sq mi · gauge elevation 59 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Little Withlacoochee River at Rerdell, FLNo flooding2.70 ft65 ft
Little Withlacoochee River near Tarrytown, FLNo flood stage defined3.50 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.