Brazos River near South Bend
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Young County, Texas on the Brazos River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08088000, 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
34 ft
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
41 ft
Major flooding is expected along the river near Graham. Highway 67 will be impassable near the river.
39 ft
Major flooding is expected along the river near Graham. The Highway 67 bridge approach ramps will be inundated.
34 ft
Major flooding is expected along the river. The rural RV park near the gage will experience widespread flooding.
28 ft
Moderate flooding is expected along the river. The rural RV park near the gage will be inundated with several feet of water.
26 ft
Minor flooding is expected along the river. The FM 1287 bridge approaches downstream of the gage may begin to flood. Pasturelands near the river will flood.
21 ft
Minor flooding is expected along the river. Pasturelands near the river will flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1978 | 41.5 ft | 78,100 cfs |
| Aug 5, 1978 | 41.5 ft | 78,100 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1975 | 36.2 ft | — |
| Dec 31, 1975 | 36.2 ft | — |
| Jun 15, 1930 | 35.5 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Brazos River near South Bend?
The Brazos River near South Bend gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08088000) 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 Brazos River near South Bend?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Brazos River near South Bend is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Brazos River rises?
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Where is the Brazos River near South Bend gauge located?
The gauge is located in Young County, Texas at coordinates 33.0242°N, 98.6436°W. USGS site number: 08088000. 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.