RIVER GAUGE · LEON RIVER
Leon River at Gatesville
Coryell County, Texas
Water level2.31 ft
Flow3 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action20 ft
Minor flood22 ft
Moderate flood28 ft
Major flood34 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 35 ft
Major flooding will occur along the river near the us 84 bridge.
- 34 ft
Major overbank flooding is expected as banks broaden to a wide open floodplain.
- 31 ft
Moderate to major overbank flooding is expected through gatesville.
- 28 ft
Moderate overbank flooding will occur near the highway bridge.
- 25 ft
Minor to moderate lowland flooding will occur near the river. Some low water crossings will become dangerous.
- 22 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur along the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 1991 | 35 ft | 68,000 cfs |
| Apr 30, 1908 | 35 ft | 70,000 cfs |
| Oct 3, 1959 | 34.14 ft | 51,200 cfs |
More on Leon River
UpstreamLeon River near Hamilton
DownstreamNorth Texas Lakes at Belton Lake ↗
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