Major Flood
25 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
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About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DNBT2
River
Dickinson Bayou
County
Galveston, TX
Coordinates
29.4361°N, 95.1701°W
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dickinson Bayou at SH 517 near Alvin?
The Dickinson Bayou at SH 517 near Alvin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08077640) 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 Dickinson Bayou at SH 517 near Alvin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dickinson Bayou at SH 517 near Alvin is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dickinson Bayou rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Dickinson Bayou at SH 517 near Alvin 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 Dickinson Bayou at SH 517 near Alvin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Galveston County, Texas at coordinates 29.4361°N, 95.1701°W. USGS site number: 08077640. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of US Geological Service