Major Flood
28 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
45 ft
Water is over State Highway 146 in the vicinity of the gage.
28 ft
Major lowland flooding begins with widespread inundation of the floodplain in the vicinity of the gage.
23 ft
Moderate lowland flooding begins as low-lying areas along the creek are inundated.
20 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins as water escapes the main channel in the vicinity of the gage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2017 | 36.11 ft | 15,200 cfs |
| Aug 31, 1961 | 34 ft | — |
| May 3, 2024 | 32.99 ft | 13,600 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Menard Creek near Rye?
The Menard Creek near Rye gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08066300) 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 Menard Creek near Rye?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Menard Creek near Rye is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Menard Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Menard Creek near Rye 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 Menard Creek near Rye gauge located?
The gauge is located in Liberty County, Texas at coordinates 30.4811°N, 94.7794°W. USGS site number: 08066300. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Trinity River near Romayor
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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.