Howard'S Creek Water Level

Q: What is the water level of Howard'S Creek today?

Howard'S Creek water levels are measured at USGS gauge APALACHICOLA RIVER NR SUMATRA,FLA.; the current gauge height updates on this page throughout the day, alongside a 30-day trend.

Q: Is Howard'S Creek high or low right now?

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

Live gauge height for Howard'S Creek, measured at USGS station APALACHICOLA RIVER NR SUMATRA,FLA. (4.5 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height

6.27 ft

Updated 1 hr ago

vs. 30-day average

+2.14 ft

30-day avg: 4.13 ft

Water temperature

76°F

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-09-16Range: 3.18–6.39 ft2026-10-14

Howard'S Creek is currently 2.1 ft above its 30-day average — ramps and courtesy docks may sit deeper than usual; watch for submerged hazards near shorelines.

Boat Ramps on Howard'S Creek (2)

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Howard'S Creek Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Howard'S Creek today?

The USGS gauge for Howard'S Creek (APALACHICOLA RIVER NR SUMATRA,FLA.) currently reads a gauge height of 6.27 feet, 2.1 ft above its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Howard'S Creek high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Howard'S Creek is 2.1 ft above its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Howard'S Creek?

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

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 02359170. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.