Neches River near Alto
Cherokee County, Texas
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 23 ft
Severe flooding of several barns, farm buildings and recreational areas will continue for the next several days. In addition, state highway 21 will be closed by high water.
- 21 ft
Fishing cabins near the river face flooding.
- 20 ft
Lowland flooding of the heavily wooded floodplain will continue for the next several days. As the river falls slowly, flooding will gradually decrease.
- 19 ft
Preparations should be completed for a moderate flood. Barns and farm buildings near the river will be threatened by high water. In addition, ranchers should have completed moving cattle and equipment to higher ground.
- 18 ft
Expect moderate to severe flooding of the heavily wooded floodplain. Boat ramps and picnic areas will be completely inundated.
- 16 ft
Boat ramps and picnic areas near the river will begin to flood. Ranchers should move cattle and equipment near the river to higher ground.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 1884 | 28.2 ft | 50,000 cfs |
| Apr 3, 1945 | 26.82 ft | 42,800 cfs |
| May 6, 1944 | 24.46 ft | 31,800 cfs |
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