Major Flood
19 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Major out of bank flooding is expected along the river both upstream and downstream of the sh 16 bridge. Major flooding of farm and ranch lands near the river is expected. Rural raods near the river will be flooded.
17 ft
Moderate out of bank flooding can be expected along the river upstram and downstream of the sh 16 bridge. Farm and ranch lands, along with a few rural roads near the river, will be flooded.
15 ft
Moderate out of bank flooding can be expected along the river above and below the sh 16 bridge. Rural roads, as well as farm and ranch lands near the river, will be flooded.
14 ft
Moderate out of bank flooding can be expected along the river upstream and downstream of the sh 16 bridge. Farm and ranch lands, along with a few rural roads near the river, will be flooded.
12 ft
Minor out of bank flooding can be expected around the sh 16 bridge. Farm and ranch land, along with a few minor rural roads near the river, will begin to flood.
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, 2007 | 19.78 ft | 42,187 cfs |
| Apr 30, 1908 | 19.3 ft | — |
| Apr 25, 1990 | 19 ft | 24,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Leon River near DeLeon?
The Leon River near DeLeon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08099100) 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 Leon River near DeLeon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Leon River near DeLeon is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Leon River rises?
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Where is the Leon River near DeLeon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Comanche County, Texas at coordinates 32.1736°N, 98.5328°W. USGS site number: 08099100. 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 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.