Is the Sweetwater Creek flooding?

Florida · 2 gauges · Florida river levels

The Sweetwater Creek 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 Sweetwater Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 Sweetwater Creek near Sulphur Springs FL. The highest level ever recorded there was 9.78 ft on 10 October 2024, carrying 610 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1952 (74 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.32 ft, 7.5 ft below that record.

Drains 7 sq mi · gauge elevation 26 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Sweetwater Creek near Sulphur Springs FL	No flood stage defined	2.32 ft	—	76 min ago
Sweetwater Creek near Tampa FL	No flood stage defined	11.14 ft	—	46 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.