Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CTKT2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
(3.7 meters), Major flooding is very dangerous for livestock in the flood plain. Recreationists downstream on the Devils River near Paffords Crossing to Lake Amistad should move away from the flood plain.
8 ft
(2.4 meters), Moderate lowland flooding cuts off and potentially drowns livestock in low areas of the flood plain. Torrential flow can wash campers, autos and gear downstream near and below Paffords Crossing.
5 ft
(1.5 meters), Minor lowland flooding extends into low areas of the flood plain with little impact.
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 13, 1986 | 10.3 ft | — |
| Sep 29, 1989 | 8.81 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CTKT2
River
Dry Devils River
County
Val Verde, TX
Coordinates
29.8767°N, 100.8967°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dry Devils River near Comstock?
The Dry Devils River near Comstock gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Dry Devils River near Comstock?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dry Devils River near Comstock is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dry Devils River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Dry Devils River near Comstock 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 Dry Devils River near Comstock gauge located?
The gauge is located in Val Verde County, Texas at coordinates 29.8767°N, 100.8967°W. 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
- 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.