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Austin Bayou at SH 35 near Liverpool
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Brazoria County, Texas on the Austin Bayou. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08078400, 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

26.5 ft

Moderate Flood

25 ft

Minor Flood

23 ft

Action Stage

21 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

Low-Water Impacts

5 ft

Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.

3 ft

Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant

What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.

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About This Gauge

USGS Site

08078400

NWS LID

AUST2

River

Austin Bayou

County

Brazoria, TX

Coordinates

29.2809°N, 95.3318°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Austin Bayou at SH 35 near Liverpool?

The Austin Bayou at SH 35 near Liverpool gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08078400) 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 Austin Bayou at SH 35 near Liverpool?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Austin Bayou at SH 35 near Liverpool is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 26.5 feet.

How do I get alerts when Austin Bayou rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Austin Bayou at SH 35 near Liverpool to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.

Where is the Austin Bayou at SH 35 near Liverpool gauge located?

The gauge is located in Brazoria County, Texas at coordinates 29.2809°N, 95.3318°W. USGS site number: 08078400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: Observations courtesy of US Geological Service