River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS NRBF1
In brief
The New River at Lake Butler, FL read 90.92 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 0.08 ft below minor flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge NRBF1
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 98.55 ft | 2017-09-12 |
| 2 | 98.25 ft | 1964-09-12 |
| 3 | 97.46 ft | 1992-10-04 |
| 4 | 96.90 ft | 2012-06-27 |
| 5 | 95.72 ft | 1968-08-31 |
| 6 | 95.38 ft | 1998-02-18 |
| 7 | 95.13 ft | 2024-08-05 |
| 8 | 95.09 ft | 2003-08-23 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Should water levels continue rising, preparations to protect property should begin.
Flooding of low lying roads, boat ramps, docks and campgrounds in the area can be expected.
Some inundation of structures and roads along the river can be expected. Evacuations of people or property to higher ground is possible.
Extensive inundation of structures and roads along the river. Evacuations of people or transfer of property to higher ground is likely.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
At this level: Should water levels continue rising, preparations to protect property should begin.
No. The New River at Lake Butler is at 90.92 ft, 0.08 ft below minor flood stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 89 ft, minor flooding 91 ft, moderate flooding 92.5 ft and major flooding 94 ft.
The highest crest on record is 98.55 ft, on 2017-09-12.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge NRBF1); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 02321000). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.