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SwedenValley Creek at Ave W near Ensley water level
River gauge, Valley Creek, Alabama, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 10.7 cfs
- Water temperature
- 63 °F
History
What this means
Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley is at 3.88 ft, in the normal range.
It is 8.12 ft below the flood stage of 12.00 ft.
The level has held steady over the past 24 hours. In the last month it has stayed between 3.88 ft and 3.92 ft.
Fall is often low-water season on rivers, until steadier rain returns. The sensor also reports a water temperature of 63 °F.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 13.58 ftSeptember 15, 2024
Floating and fishing near Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley
Normal flows mean predictable rapids and good access at most put-ins.
Flood stage here is 12.00 ft, 8.12 ft above the current reading. Beyond it, the National Weather Service also defines moderate and major flood stages.
What happens at each level
- 18.00 ft
- Water covers the road at bridge between 18 and 19 feet.
- 17.00 ft
- Water overflows into the sides of the road.
- 12.00 ft
- Begins to overflow sections of the bank at gauge site.
- 3.88 ft
- Right now
Impact statements from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13.58 ft | September 15, 2024 |
| 2 | 12.61 ft | September 4, 2022 |
| 3 | 12.39 ft | June 20, 2026 |
| 4 | 12.16 ft | April 6, 2025 |
| 5 | 12.12 ft | July 24, 2024 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on Valley Creek
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Creek at Center St at BirminghamRiver gauge, Valley Creek | 1.53 ft | Below flood stage | +0.01 ft | 2.2 mi |
| Valley Creek below BrightonRiver gauge, Valley Creek | 1.36 ft | No reference yet | ±0 | 7 mi |
| Valley Creek near BessemerRiver gauge, Valley Creek | 5.52 ft | Very low | −0.01 ft | 8 mi |
| Valley Creek near Oak GroveRiver gauge, Valley Creek | 3.11 ft | Low | −0.01 ft | 15 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Creek at Avenue W at EnsleyRiver gauge, Village Creek | 2.10 ft | Normal | +0.02 ft | 1.8 mi |
| Village Creek near Pratt City, AlabamaRiver gauge, Village Creek | 1.21 ft | Normal | +0.02 ft | 2.4 mi |
| Shades Creek near HomewoodRiver gauge, Shades Creek | 3.48 ft | Normal | +0.01 ft | 4.5 mi |
| Village Creek near Docena, AlabamaRiver gauge, Village Creek | 1.22 ft | Normal | +0.01 ft | 4.9 mi |
| Fivemile Creek near RepublicRiver gauge, Fivemile Creek | 1.12 ft | Low | +0.02 ft | 7 mi |
| TRIB TO VILLAGE CREEK AT 50th ST IN BIRMINGHAMRiver gauge | 0.40 ft | Very low | −0.08 ft | 7 mi |
| Shades Creek at Elder St near SpringdaleRiver gauge, Shades Creek | 1.5 cfs | Normal | −1.5 cfs | 9 mi |
| Cahaba River near Mountain BrookRiver gauge, Cahaba River | 0.57 ft | Normal | −0.02 ft | 9 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley?
The official flood stage is 12.00 ft. The level is currently 8.12 ft below it.
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 Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 11:25 PM CDT, the water level was 3.88 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley?
The highest level on record is 13.58 ft on September 15, 2024.
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:02461192(Agency page)- Coordinates
33.49261, -86.87217(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- 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 | 3.88 ft | 2026-10-20 04:25 | Provisional |
| Flow | 10.7 cfs | 2026-10-20 04:25 | Provisional |
| Water temperature | 63 °F | 2026-10-20 04:15 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Valley Creek at Ave W near Ensley (usgs:02461192). Accessed October 20, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/alabama/valley-creek-at-ave-w-near-ensley
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