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Little Blanco River at FM32 near Fischer
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Blanco County, Texas on the Little Blanco River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08170890, 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

40,698 cfs

Moderate Flood

17 ft

9,462 cfs

Minor Flood

12 ft

2,534 cfs

Action Stage

8 ft

547 cfs

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

What Floods at Each Level

30 ft

Water is to the top of the staff gauge located on the USGS gauge shelter. This level is also to floor of the equipment located in the shelter.

25 ft

Water is in or surrounding many structures along the river and in the flood plain.

20 ft

Water reaches the bottom of staff gauge located on the USGS gauge shelter.

18 ft

Water is flowing across FM 32 roadway.

17 ft

Secondary roadways could be cut off and lowest structures and those structures closest to the river may begin to experience flooding.

16 ft

Bottom of FM 32 bridge.

12 ft

Lowest bridges and roadways along the river will begin to flood.

8 ft

Overbank conditions may cut off livestock in low areas.

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
Oct 14, 202116.72 ft8,762 cfs
Oct 14, 202116.72 ft8,762 cfs
May 8, 201916.61 ft8,669 cfs
May 8, 201916.61 ft8,669 cfs
May 31, 201611.35 ft-9,999 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

08170890

NWS LID

LBFT2

River

Little Blanco River

County

Blanco, TX

Coordinates

30.0208°N, 98.3306°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Little Blanco River at FM32 near Fischer?

The Little Blanco River at FM32 near Fischer gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08170890) 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 Little Blanco River at FM32 near Fischer?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Blanco River at FM32 near Fischer is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.

How do I get alerts when Little Blanco River rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Blanco River at FM32 near Fischer 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 Little Blanco River at FM32 near Fischer gauge located?

The gauge is located in Blanco County, Texas at coordinates 30.0208°N, 98.3306°W. USGS site number: 08170890. 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