Is the Manatee River flooding?

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The Manatee River is tracked by 3 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 Manatee River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 3 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 2 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 Manatee River at Sr 64 near Myakka Head, FL. The highest level ever recorded there was 20.58 ft on 21 June 2003, carrying 11,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1967 (59 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.58 ft, 16.0 ft below that record.

Drains 65 sq mi · gauge elevation 41 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Manatee River at Sr 64 near Myakka Head, FLNo flooding4.58 ft11 ft
Manatee River at Rye FLNo flooding1.50 ft11 ft
Manatee River near Mouth at Palma Sola FLNo 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.