Major Flood
24 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Severe flooding with several some secondary roadways flooded. Preparations should be completed for a major flood.
18 ft
Expect moderate to severe flooding of river bottoms with some camps and access roads flooded.
14 ft
Minor lowland flooding. Move livestock and equipment to higher ground away from the river.
12 ft
Expect minor lowland flooding of the heavily wooded floodplain. Ranchers that may have livestock and equipment in the river bottoms should move them to higher ground. Expect minor flooding of the boat ramp.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 2, 1884 | 25 ft | — |
| Apr 30, 1908 | 24.3 ft | 65,000 cfs |
| Apr 1, 1945 | 22.07 ft | 45,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Neches River near Neches?
The Neches River near Neches gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08032000) 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 Neches River near Neches?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Neches River near Neches is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Neches River rises?
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Where is the Neches River near Neches gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, Texas at coordinates 31.8922°N, 95.4306°W. USGS site number: 08032000. 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
- 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.