Long King Creek at Livingston
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Polk County, Texas on the Long King Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08066200, 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
30 ft
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
38 ft
At levels above 38 feet, water covers U.S. Highway 190 in the vicinity of the gage with several businesses along the highway flooded.
30 ft
At levels above 30 feet, major lowland flooding begins with several businesses along U.S. Highway 190 in the vicinity of the gage threatened.
25 ft
At levels above 25 feet, moderate lowland flooding begins as low-lying areas along the creek become inundated.
19 ft
At levels above 19 feet, minor lowland flooding begins as water escapes the main channel of the creek.
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 16, 1994 | 30.49 ft | 50,900 cfs |
| Oct 16, 1994 | 30.49 ft | 50,900 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2017 | 27.97 ft | 19,700 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2017 | 27.97 ft | 19,700 cfs |
| May 2, 2024 | 27.42 ft | 18,200 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Long King Creek at Livingston?
The Long King Creek at Livingston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08066200) 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 Long King Creek at Livingston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Long King Creek at Livingston is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Long King Creek rises?
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Where is the Long King Creek at Livingston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Polk County, Texas at coordinates 30.7161°N, 94.9586°W. USGS site number: 08066200. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.