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8720357 - I-295 Buckman Bridge, St Johns River, FL

Florida

At a glance

NDBC station ID
bkbf1
Operated by
NOAA NOS PORTS
Station type
Water Level Observation Network
Coordinates
30.19200, -81.69200

Before you go

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8720357 - I-295 Buckman Bridge, St Johns River, FL is an NDBC observing station (ID bkbf1) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.

About 8720357 - I-295 Buckman Bridge, St Johns River, FL

8720357 - I-295 Buckman Bridge, St Johns River, FL is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID bkbf1. It is operated by NOAA NOS PORTS. It is classified as station type Water Level Observation Network.

NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions — wind, waves, atmospheric pressure, air and water temperature, and other observations — that boaters and anglers use to assess conditions before and during a trip.

A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp, marina, or fishing spot. For current readings, look up station bkbf1 on the NDBC website.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the 8720357 - I-295 Buckman Bridge, St Johns River, FL buoy?

It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station bkbf1) in Florida waters.

What does this buoy measure?

NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions such as wind, waves, pressure, and air and water temperature.

Who operates this buoy?

It is maintained by NOAA NOS PORTS.

Can I fish at or launch from this buoy?

No. A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp or fishing facility.

Where can I see current conditions?

Look up NDBC station bkbf1 on the NDBC website.