Major Flood
113.5 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
112 ft
Minor Flood
111 ft
Action Stage
108 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2016 | 114.86 ft | 13,700 cfs |
| Sep 19, 1979 | 114.79 ft | 963 cfs |
| Aug 26, 2017 | 114.71 ft | 15,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear Creek at Barker?
The Bear Creek at Barker gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08072730) 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 Bear Creek at Barker?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear Creek at Barker is 111 feet. Action stage begins at 108 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 112 feet, and major flooding at 113.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bear Creek at Barker 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 Bear Creek at Barker gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harris County, Texas at coordinates 29.8306°N, 95.6867°W. USGS site number: 08072730. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Langham Creek at Addicks Reservoir
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 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.