Major Flood
34 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
30 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
24 ft
What Floods at Each Level
34 ft
Major lowland flooding will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
30 ft
Moderate lowland flooding will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
26 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 1936 | 62.2 ft | — |
| Aug 7, 1906 | 56.2 ft | — |
| Oct 14, 1930 | 51.8 ft | 76,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WCHT2
River
Colorado River (TX)
County
Brown, TX
Coordinates
31.4678°N, 99.1619°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Colorado River (TX) at Winchell?
The Colorado River (TX) at Winchell gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08138000) 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 Colorado River (TX) at Winchell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Colorado River (TX) at Winchell is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 24 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Colorado River (TX) rises?
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Where is the Colorado River (TX) at Winchell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brown County, Texas at coordinates 31.4678°N, 99.1619°W. USGS site number: 08138000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Lower Colorado River Authority, 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.