River stage
New River (FL)
- River level
- 90.92 ft
- Status
- Running high
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 1 of 1
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 1
- Overall
- Running high
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the New River (FL) reported. None was above flood stage; 1 was above action stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
New River level at Lake Butler
The New River is measured in one place, at Lake Butler, FL. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Butler | 90.92 ft | above action stage |
Other rivers nearby
- New River (CA) different river, same name
- New River (GA) different river, same name
- New River (NC) different river, same name
- New River (VA, WV) different river, same name
- Santa Fe River (FL) 9 gauges
- Black Creek (FL) 2 gauges
- Suwannee River 16 gauges
- Thomas Creek (FL) 2 gauges
Frequently asked questions
Is the New River flooding right now?
No. The New River is below flood stage at Lake Butler, FL, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the New River?
The New River is at 90.92 ft at Lake Butler, FL, the only gauge on the river.
Where is the New River measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the New River, at Lake Butler, FL.
What does flood stage mean?
Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the New River it is set for the gauge at Lake Butler, FL, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.
River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.