Major Flood
53 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
52 ft
Minor Flood
51 ft
Action Stage
49.5 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
HYST2
River
Hickory Slough
County
Brazoria, TX
Coordinates
29.5664°N, 95.3507°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hickory Slough at FM 865 near Pearland?
The Hickory Slough at FM 865 near Pearland gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08077110) 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 Hickory Slough at FM 865 near Pearland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hickory Slough at FM 865 near Pearland is 51 feet. Action stage begins at 49.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 52 feet, and major flooding at 53 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hickory Slough rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Hickory Slough at FM 865 near Pearland 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 Hickory Slough at FM 865 near Pearland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brazoria County, Texas at coordinates 29.5664°N, 95.3507°W. USGS site number: 08077110. 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