Major Flood
20 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Secondary roadways will become flooded and motorists should avoid driving on them.
12 ft
Expect pasture flooding.
10 ft
Minor lowland flooding.
9 ft
Expect lowland flooding of timber resources along with some farmland.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 30, 1913 | 20 ft | — |
| Apr 30, 1908 | 20 ft | — |
| Apr 24, 1966 | 15.2 ft | 27,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mud Creek near Jacksonville?
The Mud Creek near Jacksonville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08034500) 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 Mud Creek near Jacksonville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mud Creek near Jacksonville is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mud Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mud Creek near Jacksonville 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 Mud Creek near Jacksonville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, Texas at coordinates 31.9764°N, 95.1606°W. USGS site number: 08034500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Angelina River near Alto
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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.