Independence Creek 18 miles SSE of Sheffield
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Terrell County, Texas. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08447020, 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
22 ft
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Major flooding of area rangeland begins. The record stage occurred outside the period of record (1954), and damage is unknown.
15 ft
Independence creek threatens the U. S. Highway 285 bridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 1954 | 22 ft | — |
| Jun 27, 1954 | 22 ft | — |
| Jul 25, 2004 | 17.95 ft | — |
| Jul 25, 2004 | 17.95 ft | — |
| May 28, 2024 | 17.6 ft | 50,179 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Independence Creek 18 miles SSE of Sheffield?
The Independence Creek 18 miles SSE of Sheffield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08447020) 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 Independence Creek 18 miles SSE of Sheffield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Independence Creek 18 miles SSE of Sheffield is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Independence Creek 18 miles SSE of Sheffield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Terrell County, Texas at coordinates 30.4507°N, 101.7319°W. USGS site number: 08447020. 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 12 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.