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
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Expect near record flooding with major flooding at the confluence of the Little Cypress Creek with the Big Cypress Bayou near Karnack, Texas.
18 ft
Moderate to severe lowland flooding will continue for several more days.
16 ft
Lowland flooding will slowly decrease, however, the creek will remain above flood stage for several more days.
14 ft
Expect minor lowland flooding to continue for several days.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 1966 | 22.28 ft | 35,500 cfs |
| Apr 30, 1944 | 21.1 ft | — |
| Apr 29, 1958 | 20.63 ft | 23,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JFFT2
River
Little Cypress Creek
County
Marion, TX
Coordinates
32.7128°N, 94.3458°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Cypress Creek near Jefferson?
The Little Cypress Creek near Jefferson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07346070) 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 Cypress Creek near Jefferson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Cypress Creek near Jefferson is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Cypress Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Cypress Creek near Jefferson 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 Little Cypress Creek near Jefferson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Texas at coordinates 32.7128°N, 94.3458°W. USGS site number: 07346070. 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.