Is the Valley Creek flooding?
The Valley Creek is tracked by 5 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 Valley Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 5 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Valley Creek near Oak Grove AL. The highest level ever recorded there was 33.98 ft on 4 December 1983, carrying 32,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1916 (73 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Creek at Center St at Birmingham, AL | No flooding | 1.51 ft | 11 ft | |
| Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley, AL | No flooding | 3.88 ft | 12 ft | |
| Valley Creek below Brighton, Ala | No current data | — | — | — |
| Valley Creek near Oak Grove AL | No current data | — | — | — |
| Valley Creek near Bessemer, AL | No flood stage defined | 5.51 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.