Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna water level
River gauge, Jackson Blue Spring, Florida, United States
Right now
High for mid-October
Water level
- Water temperature
- 70 °F
History
20252026
What this means
The gauge at Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna shows 76.80 ft, above normal for mid-October.
That puts it 0.83 ft above the median of 75.97 ft for mid-October, based on 15 years of readings. A year ago it stood at 75.98 ft (+0.82 ft).
The level has held steady over the past 24 hours. Over the past 30 days it has moved between 76.60 ft and 76.86 ft.
That stands out in fall, when many rivers are usually near their lowest. The sensor also reports a water temperature of 70 °F.
Compared with 15 years of daily readings for this time of year. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Median for this date
- 75.97 ft0.83 ft above the median for this date
- Normal for this date
- 12.49 ft – 77.34 ft8 years in 10 fall in this range (15 years of records)
- Same day last year
- 75.98 ft+0.82 ft
- Lowest and highest in 30 days
- 76.60 ft – 76.86 ft
- Lowest and highest in 12 months
- 75.02 ft – 77.13 ft
What the stage means on the water
Fast, high water is not the time for casual paddling. Strainers, debris and cold water make an unplanned swim dangerous.
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipola River at MariannaRiver gauge, Chipola River | 6.15 ft | Normal | −0.20 ft | 4.6 mi |
| Lake Seminole near ChattahoocheeLake, Lake Seminole | 76.72 ft | Normal | −0.10 ft | 17 mi |
| Apalachicola River below Woodruff Dam, near SneadsRiver gauge, Apalachicola River | 41.76 ft | Normal | −0.75 ft | 18 mi |
| Chipola River near AlthaRiver gauge, Chipola River | 9.56 ft | Normal | −0.30 ft | 18 mi |
| Apalachicola River at Chattahoochee FlaRiver gauge, Apalachicola River | 41.58 ft | High | −0.70 ft | 18 mi |
| Spring Creek near ReynoldsvilleRiver gauge, Spring Creek | 76.99 ft | Normal | −0.16 ft | 24 mi |
| Apalachicola River near Blountstown, FloridaRiver gauge, Apalachicola River | 4.85 ft | Normal | −0.45 ft | 26 mi |
| Sawhatchee Creek at Cedar SpringsRiver gauge, Sawhatchee Creek | 2.81 ft | Normal | −0.04 ft | 28 mi |
Questions and answers
How does Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna compare with last year?
It is 0.82 ft higher than on the same day last year, when the reading was 75.98 ft.
What is a normal level for Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna in mid-October?
The median for mid-October is 75.97 ft. In 8 years out of 10 the reading falls between 12.49 ft and 77.34 ft, based on 15 years of records.
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 03:15 AM EDT, the water level was 76.80 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours. Steady over the last 7 days.
Is the level of Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna normal?
High for mid-October. Compared with 15 years of daily readings for this time of year.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:02358795(Agency page)- Coordinates
30.79047, -85.14076(WGS84)- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 76.80 ft | 2026-10-19 07:15 | Provisional |
| Water temperature | 70 °F | 2026-10-19 07:15 | Provisional |
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U.S. Geological Survey: Jackson Blue Spring near Marianna (usgs:02358795). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/florida/jackson-blue-spring-near-marianna
How we check values
Each reading is stored as published. We hold back values that jump faster than physically plausible and show the measurement time with every value.
Readings are provisional, can be delayed or wrong and are not a flood warning. Read the disclaimer