Major Flood
50 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
47 ft
Minor Flood
45 ft
Action Stage
41 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
JUAT2
River
Juanita Creek
County
Matagorda, TX
Coordinates
28.9736°N, 96.2085°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Juanita Creek at SH 71 near Midfield?
The Juanita Creek at SH 71 near Midfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08162580) 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 Juanita Creek at SH 71 near Midfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Juanita Creek at SH 71 near Midfield is 45 feet. Action stage begins at 41 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 47 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Juanita Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Juanita Creek at SH 71 near Midfield 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 Juanita Creek at SH 71 near Midfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Matagorda County, Texas at coordinates 28.9736°N, 96.2085°W. USGS site number: 08162580. 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