Major Flood
35 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
33 ft
Minor Flood
30 ft
Action Stage
27 ft
What Floods at Each Level
40 ft
Widespread major flooding is expected.
38.3 ft
Widespread major flooding is expected.
36 ft
Widespread major lowland flooding is expected.
35.7 ft
Major lowland flooding is occurring with water on the dock.
34 ft
Moderate lowland flooding is expected with water on the lower docks and steps of the Alcoa pumping plant.
33 ft
Moderate lowland flooding is expected along both banks.
30 ft
Minor lowland flooding is expected along the left bank.
27 ft
Bankfull stage with no flooding expected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 1981 | 40 ft | — |
| Dec 21, 1991 | 38.34 ft | — |
| Apr 18, 2016 | 36.13 ft | 51,938 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little River near Rockdale?
The Little River near Rockdale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08106350) 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 River near Rockdale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little River near Rockdale is 30 feet. Action stage begins at 27 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little River rises?
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Where is the Little River near Rockdale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Milam County, Texas at coordinates 30.7606°N, 97.0136°W. USGS site number: 08106350. 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.