Black Cypress Bayou near Jefferson
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Marion County, Texas on the Black Cypress Bayou. Live water level data from USGS gauge 07346045, 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
21 ft
19,100 cfs
Moderate Flood
18 ft
7,060 cfs
Minor Flood
13 ft
1,160 cfs
Action Stage
12.5 ft
960 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Expect moderate to severe lowland flooding with some secondary roadways near the bayou facing flooding.
15 ft
Minor lowland flooding.
13 ft
Lowland flooding will affect mainly timber resources.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 1958 | 22.42 ft | — |
| Apr 28, 1958 | 22.42 ft | — |
| Apr 1, 1945 | 21.2 ft | — |
| Apr 1, 1945 | 21.2 ft | — |
| Mar 12, 2016 | 19.61 ft | 12,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JEFT2
River
Black Cypress Bayou
County
Marion, TX
Coordinates
32.7778°N, 94.3572°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Black Cypress Bayou near Jefferson?
The Black Cypress Bayou near Jefferson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07346045) 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 Black Cypress Bayou near Jefferson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Black Cypress Bayou near Jefferson is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Black Cypress Bayou rises?
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Where is the Black Cypress Bayou near Jefferson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Texas at coordinates 32.7778°N, 94.3572°W. USGS site number: 07346045. 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.