Is the Sipsey Fork flooding?

Alabama · 2 gauges · Alabama river levels

The Sipsey Fork 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 Sipsey Fork 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.

data refreshed 3 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 Sipsey Fork near Grayson AL. The highest level ever recorded there was 44.27 ft on 16 March 1973, carrying 20,300 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1966 (59 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.65 ft, 41.6 ft below that record.

Drains 92 sq mi · gauge elevation 540 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Sipsey Fork near Grayson AL	No flooding	2.65 ft	24 ft	34 min ago
Sipsey Fork at Sipsey, Ala	No flood stage defined	35.17 ft	—	19 min ago

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.