East Fork San Jacinto River near New Caney
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Montgomery County, Texas on the East Fork San Jacinto River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08070200, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
69 ft
Moderate Flood
62 ft
Minor Flood
58 ft
Action Stage
54.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
76.2 ft
Flood of record.
69 ft
Major lowland flooding begins as several homes become inundated.
68.5 ft
Moderate lowland flooding continues with water over the lowest slab elevations of buildings on the downstream side near the gauge, as well as several hunting camps along the left bank approximately 2 miles downstream of the gage begin to take on water. Widespread flooding continues in the vicinity of the gage and in the right floodplain with many roads including FM 1485 inundated and closed.
62 ft
Moderate lowland flooding begins with secondary roads near the river inundated, including FM 1485 west of the river.
58 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins in the vicinity of the gage with minor roads such as Chinquapin and Riverside Roads beginning to flood.
54.5 ft
Bankfull
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2017 | 81.15 ft | 120,000 cfs |
| Aug 29, 2017 | 81.15 ft | 120,000 cfs |
| May 3, 2024 | 77.7 ft | 62,200 cfs |
| May 3, 2024 | 77.7 ft | 62,200 cfs |
| Oct 19, 1994 | 76 ft | 74,100 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NCET2
River
East Fork San Jacinto River
County
Montgomery, TX
Coordinates
30.1453°N, 95.1242°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of East Fork San Jacinto River near New Caney?
The East Fork San Jacinto River near New Caney gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08070200) 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 East Fork San Jacinto River near New Caney?
The NWS-defined flood stage for East Fork San Jacinto River near New Caney is 58 feet. Action stage begins at 54.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 62 feet, and major flooding at 69 feet.
How do I get alerts when East Fork San Jacinto River rises?
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Where is the East Fork San Jacinto River near New Caney gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Texas at coordinates 30.1453°N, 95.1242°W. USGS site number: 08070200. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.