Pecan Bayou at Lake Brownwood
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Brown County, Texas on the Pecan Bayou. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08143000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Action Stage
1424.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1449.5 ft
Elevation of Top of Dam (above mean sea level).
1424.6 ft
Elevation of Conservation Pool.Elevation of spillway (above mean sea level) located 800 feet left (north) of dam.Spillway is a concrete sill on natural cut approximately 479 feet in length.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 1991 | 1432.6 ft | — |
| Dec 20, 1991 | 1432.6 ft | — |
| Jul 6, 2002 | 1432.12 ft | — |
| Jul 6, 2002 | 1432.12 ft | — |
| May 1, 1956 | 1430.9 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pecan Bayou at Lake Brownwood?
The Pecan Bayou at Lake Brownwood gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08143000) 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 Pecan Bayou at Lake Brownwood?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Pecan Bayou rises?
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Where is the Pecan Bayou at Lake Brownwood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brown County, Texas at coordinates 31.8369°N, 99.0036°W. USGS site number: 08143000. 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.