Major Flood
60 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
57 ft
Minor Flood
52 ft
Action Stage
49 ft
What Floods at Each Level
60 ft
At levels above 60.0 feet, major lowland flooding begins as homes above the gage begin to flood and several streets near the gage are inundated.
59.3 ft
At levels above 59.3 feet, the bridge at Briar Forest SW is inundated.
57 ft
At levels above 57.0 feet, moderate lowland flooding begins as portions of Briar Forest Drive begin to flood.
53.5 ft
At levels above 54.5 feet, garages on Arrowhead begin to flood.
52 ft
At levels above 52.0 feet, minor lowland flooding begins as pool decks, tennis courts, and lower garage area are inundated.
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 30, 2017 | 62.84 ft | 15,000 cfs |
| Mar 3, 1992 | 61.23 ft | 7,500 cfs |
| Sep 10, 1998 | 59.82 ft | 5,750 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point Village?
The Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point Village gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08073700) 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 Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point Village?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point Village is 52 feet. Action stage begins at 49 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 57 feet, and major flooding at 60 feet.
How do I get alerts when Buffalo Bayou rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point Village 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 Buffalo Bayou at Piney Point Village gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harris County, Texas at coordinates 29.7467°N, 95.5233°W. USGS site number: 08073700. 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, 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.