Major Flood
44 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
42.5 ft
Minor Flood
40 ft
Action Stage
37 ft
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
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About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MUGT2
River
Mustang Bayou
County
Brazoria, TX
Coordinates
29.4365°N, 95.2663°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mustang Bayou at SH 6 near Alvin?
The Mustang Bayou at SH 6 near Alvin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08077888) 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 Mustang Bayou at SH 6 near Alvin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mustang Bayou at SH 6 near Alvin is 40 feet. Action stage begins at 37 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 42.5 feet, and major flooding at 44 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mustang Bayou rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mustang Bayou at SH 6 near Alvin 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 Mustang Bayou at SH 6 near Alvin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brazoria County, Texas at coordinates 29.4365°N, 95.2663°W. USGS site number: 08077888. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of US Geological Service