Major Flood
25 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
Massive crop and pastureland flooding occurs below La Vernia to the San Antonio River confluence. Livestock should be moved immediately well out of the flood plain. Lowest homes below La Vernia to the San Antonio River are threatened. Disastrous flooding downstream in Goliad State Park.
31 ft
Major flooding approaches the lowest homes below Stockdale to the San Antonio River confluence. Hundreds of livestock are cut off and potentially drown. Most roads and bridges near the river flood. All the facilities in Goliad State Park downstream flood and are severely damaged.
27 ft
Major lowland flooding of crop and pasture land above Stockdale to the San Antonio River confluence. Cuts off hundreds of cattle and potentially drowns them. Most roads and bridges near the river flood. Nearly all the facilities of Goliad State Park downstream flood and are severely damaged.
25 ft
Major lowland flooding of crop and pasturelands cut off many livestock and potentially drown them. Widespread flooding reaches secondary and primary roads, low bridges and crossings. Most of the Goliad State Park facilities downstream are under water.
21 ft
Livestock are cut off and potentially drowned in low areas below Stockdale to below Panna Maria. Lower areas of Goliad State Park downstream flood.
17 ft
Minor lowland flooding of crop and pastureland damages irrigation pumps and any equipment near the channel. Livestock are cut off in low areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 1998 | 39.86 ft | 51,200 cfs |
| Sep 27, 1973 | 35.44 ft | 33,300 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1912 | 35 ft | 35,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cibolo Creek near Falls City?
The Cibolo Creek near Falls City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08186000) 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 Cibolo Creek near Falls City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cibolo Creek near Falls City is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
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Where is the Cibolo Creek near Falls City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Karnes County, Texas at coordinates 29.0139°N, 97.9300°W. USGS site number: 08186000. 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.