Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville Water Level

Current Water Level

Gage Height

Streamflow

Last Reading

FLOOD STAGES

Know the flood categories.

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

Major Flood

196 ft

Moderate Flood

193 ft

Minor Flood

192 ft

Action Stage

190 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

08065925

NWS LID

NEST2

River

Nelson Creek

County

Walker, TX

Coordinates

30.8223°N, 95.5946°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville?

The Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08065925) 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 Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville is 192 feet. Action stage begins at 190 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 193 feet, and major flooding at 196 feet.

How do I get alerts when Nelson Creek rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville 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 Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville gauge located?

The gauge is located in Walker County, Texas at coordinates 30.8223°N, 95.5946°W. USGS site number: 08065925. 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

Nelson Creek at FM 247 near Huntsville Water Level & Flood Stage.