Pecos River 3 miles ESE of Sheffield
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Pecos County, Texas. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08447000, 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
Major Flood
30 ft
Moderate Flood
29 ft
Minor Flood
28 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
the river reaches major flood stage, and begins flowing over the highway bridge.
29 ft
the river reaches moderate flood stage, and continues to flooding of area ranch land. Cattle losses are possible. The river inundates the ranch road, rendering it laregly impassable.
28 ft
the river reaches minor flood stage, and begins flooding area ranch land. Livestock may be threatened. The river begins to flood the gravel road that leads to the Smith and Marley-B Ranches, and reaches the bottom of the bridge.
23 ft
the river reaches bankfull. Minor overbank flooding occurs, and no significant damage is expected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1919 | 23.5 ft | — |
| Aug 31, 1919 | 23.5 ft | — |
| Sep 10, 2008 | 23.47 ft | — |
| Sep 10, 2008 | 23.47 ft | — |
| Aug 31, 1954 | 20.5 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pecos River 3 miles ESE of Sheffield?
The Pecos River 3 miles ESE of Sheffield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08447000) 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 Pecos River 3 miles ESE of Sheffield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pecos River 3 miles ESE of Sheffield is 28 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Pecos River 3 miles ESE of Sheffield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pecos County, Texas at coordinates 30.6596°N, 101.7701°W. USGS site number: 08447000. 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 12 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.