Major Flood
23 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Major flooding will occur. Water will begin to flow over Highway 163.
23 ft
Major flooding will occur. Roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
20 ft
Moderate lowland flooding will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded
17 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1948 | 23.7 ft | 16,300 cfs |
| Jul 7, 1945 | 23.5 ft | — |
| Mar 22, 2000 | 23.48 ft | 16,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SRCT2
River
North Concho River
County
Sterling, TX
Coordinates
31.8300°N, 100.9933°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Concho River at Sterling City?
The North Concho River at Sterling City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08133500) 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 North Concho River at Sterling City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Concho River at Sterling City is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Concho River rises?
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Where is the North Concho River at Sterling City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sterling County, Texas at coordinates 31.8300°N, 100.9933°W. USGS site number: 08133500. 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.