RIVER GAUGE · COLORADO RIVER (TX)
Colorado River (TX) near San Saba
Lampasas County, Texas
Water level1.98 ft
Flow51 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:35 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action25 ft
Minor flood30 ft
Moderate flood34 ft
Major flood38 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 38 ft
Major flooding will occur. Roads and low water crossings will be flooded and impassible.
- 34 ft
Moderate flooding will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded and impassible
- 30 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1938 | 62.24 ft | 224,000 cfs |
| Sep 24, 1900 | 58.4 ft | 184,000 cfs |
| Sep 20, 1936 | 56.7 ft | 179,000 cfs |
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