Major Flood
33 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
29 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
24 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
Major flooding will occur. Structures along the river in Paint Rock will be threatened. Roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
29 ft
Moderate lowland flooding will occur. A few structures near the banks of the river in Paint Rock will be threatened. Low water crossings and secondary roads will be flooded.
26 ft
Minor lowland flooding of ranch land will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
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 16, 1936 | 43.4 ft | 301,000 cfs |
| Jul 31, 1882 | 39.9 ft | 201,000 cfs |
| Jul 31, 1906 | 39.5 ft | 176,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Concho River at Paint Rock?
The Concho River at Paint Rock gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08136500) 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 Concho River at Paint Rock?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Concho River at Paint Rock is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 24 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
How do I get alerts when Concho River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Concho River at Paint Rock 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 Concho River at Paint Rock gauge located?
The gauge is located in Concho County, Texas at coordinates 31.5158°N, 99.9192°W. USGS site number: 08136500. 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.