Linnville Bayou at FM 521 near Cedar Lane
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Matagorda County, Texas on the Linnville Bayou. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08117858, 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
25 ft
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LBUT2
River
Linnville Bayou
County
Matagorda, TX
Coordinates
28.9515°N, 95.7112°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Linnville Bayou at FM 521 near Cedar Lane?
The Linnville Bayou at FM 521 near Cedar Lane gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08117858) 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 Linnville Bayou at FM 521 near Cedar Lane?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Linnville Bayou at FM 521 near Cedar Lane is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Linnville Bayou rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Linnville Bayou at FM 521 near Cedar Lane to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Linnville Bayou at FM 521 near Cedar Lane gauge located?
The gauge is located in Matagorda County, Texas at coordinates 28.9515°N, 95.7112°W. USGS site number: 08117858. 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