Clear Fork Brazos River near Fort Griffin
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Shackelford County, Texas on the Clear Fork Brazos River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08085500, 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
49 ft
Moderate Flood
45 ft
Minor Flood
35 ft
Action Stage
31 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
49 ft
Major lowland flooding will occur. Numerous secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded and impassible in and around Fort Griffin State Park. Campgrounds and playground in state park along river will be flooded. Water will be over the Highway 283 bridge.
45 ft
Moderate lowland flooding will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded and impassible.
42 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur. Water will overflow the left end of the old Fort Griffin-Throckmorton Road.
35 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur.
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 3, 1978 | 38.88 ft | 149,000 cfs |
| Oct 20, 2018 | 38.88 ft | 18,200 cfs |
| Oct 20, 2018 | 38.88 ft | 18,200 cfs |
| Aug 3, 1978 | 38.88 ft | 149,000 cfs |
| Aug 31, 1900 | 38 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ABYT2
River
Clear Fork Brazos River
County
Shackelford, TX
Coordinates
32.9330°N, 99.2154°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clear Fork Brazos River near Fort Griffin?
The Clear Fork Brazos River near Fort Griffin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08085500) 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 Clear Fork Brazos River near Fort Griffin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clear Fork Brazos River near Fort Griffin is 35 feet. Action stage begins at 31 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 45 feet, and major flooding at 49 feet.
How do I get alerts when Clear Fork Brazos River rises?
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Where is the Clear Fork Brazos River near Fort Griffin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Shackelford County, Texas at coordinates 32.9330°N, 99.2154°W. USGS site number: 08085500. 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.