Major Flood
33 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
31 ft
Minor Flood
29 ft
Action Stage
28.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
Homes and barns near the river are in danger of flooding. All flood preparation efforts should be rushed to completion.
32 ft
Extensive and severe flooding of timber in the river bottoms can be expected. Ranchers that have cattle and equipment in the river bottoms should move them to higher ground.
31 ft
Expect moderate to severe flooding of the river bottom. In addition, expect boat ramps to flood.
30.5 ft
Lowland flooding will continue to slowly diminish.
29 ft
Expect lowland flooding of the river bottom. Ranchers that have cattle and equipment near the river should move them 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, 1989 | 33.2 ft | 42,500 cfs |
| Apr 30, 1908 | 32 ft | — |
| Jul 8, 2007 | 31.55 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ALOT2
River
Angelina River
County
Cherokee, TX
Coordinates
31.6718°N, 94.9527°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Angelina River near Alto?
The Angelina River near Alto gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08036500) 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 Angelina River near Alto?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Angelina River near Alto is 29 feet. Action stage begins at 28.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 31 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
How do I get alerts when Angelina River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Angelina River near Alto to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Angelina River near Alto gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, Texas at coordinates 31.6718°N, 94.9527°W. USGS site number: 08036500. 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
- 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.