Governors Creek Water Level

Q: What is the water level of Governors Creek today?

Governors Creek water levels are measured at USGS gauge ST JOHNS R BLW SHANDS BRIDGE NR GRN COVE SPRG, FL; the current gauge height updates on this page throughout the day, alongside a 30-day trend.

Q: Is Governors Creek high or low right now?

This page compares the current reading against the trailing 30-day average and range for Governors Creek — above the average means higher water than usual, below means lower.

Live gauge height for Governors Creek, measured at USGS station ST JOHNS R BLW SHANDS BRIDGE NR GRN COVE SPRG, FL (4.8 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height

0.26 ft

Updated 1 hr ago

vs. 30-day average

+0.34 ft

30-day avg: -0.08 ft

Water temperature

87°F

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: -0.42–0.27 ft2026-09-01

Governors Creek is currently 0.3 ft above its 30-day average — ramps and courtesy docks may sit deeper than usual; watch for submerged hazards near shorelines.

Boat Ramps on Governors Creek (2)

Governors Creek Public Boat Ramp — Green Cove Springs, Florida
Vera Francis Hall City Park Canoe Landing — Green Cove Springs, Florida

See all Governors Creek boat ramps →

Governors Creek Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Governors Creek today?

The USGS gauge for Governors Creek (ST JOHNS R BLW SHANDS BRIDGE NR GRN COVE SPRG, FL) currently reads a gauge height of 0.26 feet, 0.3 ft above its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Governors Creek high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Governors Creek is 0.3 ft above its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Governors Creek?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Governors Creek, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 02245340. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.