Fourche LaFave River near Houston
Arkansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Perry County, Arkansas on the Fourche LaFave River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 07263115, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
35 ft
Moderate Flood
32 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
24.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
44.4 ft
This is equal to the stage of record for forecast location which occurred in April 1927, prior to completion of Nimrod Dam.
38 ft
Stage of record for the gage is 37.6 feet experienced in May 1990, December 1982, and April 1945. A crest of 44.4 feet was reported to have occurred in April 1927, prior to the completion of Nimrod Dam in 1942 and establishment of gage records at site.
35 ft
Areas similar to those inundated in January 2016 when the river crested at 35.8 feet.
32 ft
Roads around Harris Brake Lake are flooded. Flooding extends from Arkansas River upstream of Harris Brake.
30 ft
State Highway 216 affected. Extensive acreage near Harris Brake Lake and the Wildlife Management Area are flooded.
25 ft
Agricultural lands along the Arkansas River and up into the Fourche LaFave begin to flood. Equipment and livestock should be moved to higher ground.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 1927 | 44.4 ft | — |
| Mar 31, 1927 | 44.4 ft | — |
| Jun 4, 2019 | 39.26 ft | — |
| Jun 4, 2019 | 39.26 ft | — |
| Dec 4, 1982 | 37.55 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HUSA4
River
Fourche LaFave River
County
Perry, AR
Coordinates
35.0122°N, 92.7233°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Fourche LaFave River near Houston?
The Fourche LaFave River near Houston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07263115) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Fourche LaFave River near Houston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Fourche LaFave River near Houston is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 24.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 32 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Fourche LaFave River rises?
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Where is the Fourche LaFave River near Houston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Perry County, Arkansas at coordinates 35.0122°N, 92.7233°W. USGS site number: 07263115. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.