Is the New River flooding?

Florida · 4 gauges · Florida river levels

The New River is tracked by 4 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 New River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 4 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 New River near Lake Butler Fla. The highest level ever recorded there was 15.63 ft on 12 September 2017, carrying 14,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1950 (56 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.77 ft, 12.9 ft below that record.

Drains 191 sq mi · gauge elevation 84 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
New River near Lake Butler FlaNo flooding2.77 ft91 ft
New River at Sunday Bay, FLNo current data
NEW RIVER NEAR WESLEY CHAPEL FLNo current data
New River near Sumatra, FlaNo 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.