Is the Pithlachascotee River flooding?

Florida · 3 gauges · Florida river levels

The Pithlachascotee 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 Pithlachascotee River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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.

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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 Pithlachascotee River near New Port Richey FL. The highest level ever recorded there was 25.59 ft on 10 October 2024, carrying 2,450 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1963 (63 annual peaks). It is currently at 19.82 ft, 5.8 ft below that record.

Drains 182 sq mi · gauge elevation -1 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Pithlachascotee River near Fivay Junction FLNo flood stage defined51.58 ft
Pithlachascotee River below Suncoast Pkwy near Fivay Jct FLNo flood stage defined41.45 ft
Pithlachascotee River near New Port Richey FLNo flood stage defined19.82 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.