Stream gauge · Madison County

McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL

A USGS stream-monitoring site in Madison County. USGS publishes current water readings for this location on its monitoring page.

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  • USGS site number: 03575980
  • Approximate coordinates: 34.6926, -86.6275

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Compiled from public datasets (USGS National Water Information System). Locations are approximate and not yet field-verified. Confirm access, conditions and closures with the managing agency before you go.

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AboutWhat is McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL is a USGS stream-monitoring site in Madison County. USGS publishes current water readings for this location on its monitoring page.

Getting thereWhere is McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL is in Madison County, Alabama.

Approximate coordinates: 34.6926, -86.6275. View on OpenStreetMap. The map on this page shows the same spot.

Things to doWhat can you do at McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL is listed for fishing and paddling. Each activity links to more places across North Alabama.

Before you goHow can you check water conditions at McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

This is a USGS monitoring site (number 03575980). USGS publishes current readings for it on its monitoring location page. Readings are for the gauge itself, not a safety guarantee for the water around it.

Things to doCan you fish at McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL is listed for fishing. Fishing rules, licenses, seasons and limits are set by the State of Alabama and the managing agency, so check current regulations before you cast.

Things to doCan you paddle at McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL is listed for paddling. Water levels, flow and weather change quickly, so check conditions, wear a life jacket and let someone know your put-in and take-out.

Things to doWhat else is there to do near McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

Browse more places in Madison County. You can also browse by activity: fishing and paddling.

Before you goHow do you check conditions and closures at McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

Contact the managing agency for current conditions, closures and rules.

This page lists public information. It does not replace posted signs or the manager's notices. Hours, fees, permits and closures change, so confirm with the managing agency before you go.

TrustHow accurate is this listing for McDonald Creek at Patton Road near Huntsville, AL?

Compiled from public datasets (USGS National Water Information System). Locations are approximate and not yet field-verified. Confirm access, conditions and closures with the managing agency before you go.

This page was last updated on November 11, 2026.

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