Withlacoochee River
During flood conditions, certain portions of flood-prone rivers are established by rule as “Idle Speed/No Wake” or “Closed” for the purpose of regulating the speed and operation of vessel traffic for public safety. These zones are determined by Florida Administrative Code and flood levels are dependent upon NOAA/USGS flood gauge readings. See the following information about zone activations due to flooding.
NOTE: Information is updated Monday - Friday by 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
Questions? Contact Waterway.Management@MyFWC.com.
| Zone | Status | Current Gauge Height (FT) | Idle Speed/No Wake Activation Height (FT) | Closure Height (FT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Flat Rock to Camp Izzard Boat Ramp | No Restriction | 7 |
10.00 |
|
| Camp Izzard to Marion/Sumter County Line | No Restriction | 6 |
9.00 |
|
| North Hooty Point to south of East Newman Drive | No Restriction | 38 |
41.00 |
|
| East Squire Court to south of East Shawnee Trail | No Restriction | 38 |
41.00 |
|
| Citrus/Hernando County Line to south of the Riverside RV Park | No Restriction | 9 |
11.00 |
|
| Iron Bridge Primitive Boat Launch to CSX Railway Trestle | No Restriction | 12 |
13.00 |
Zone Activations and Closures
Zone activations and closures pursuant to Rule 68D-24.109, FAC.
Big Flat Rock to Camp Izzard Boat Ramp
Camp Izzard Boat Ramp to Marion-Sumter Line
North Hooty Point to South of East Newman Drive
East Squire Court to South of East Shawnee Trail
Citrus-Hernando County Line to South of the Riverside RV Park
Iron Bridge Primitive Boat Launch to CSX Railway Trestle
