Red River near Burkburnett
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Wichita County, Texas on the Red River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 07308500, 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
14 ft
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river are isolated by high water in side channels. Areas along the river near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 8 feet higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
16 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river are isolated by high water in side channels. Areas along the river near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 7 feet higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
15 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river are isolated by high water in side channels. Areas along the river near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 6 feet higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
14 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river are isolated by high water in side channels. Areas along the river near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 5 feet higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
13 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river are isolated by high water in side channels. Areas along the river near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 4 feet higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
12 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river are isolated by high water in side channels. Bottomlands near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 3 feet higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
11 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river are isolated by high water in side channels. Areas along the river near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 2 feet higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
10 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river may be isolated by high water in side channels. Areas along the river near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are 1 foot higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
9 ft
Crop and range lands... oil fields... and rural roads are affected. Some low-lying areas near the river may be isolated by high water in side channels. Bottomlands near Davidson Oklahoma begin to flood several hours before the crest approaches the Burkburnett area. The flood crest reaches the area along the river near Taylor Oklahoma several hours later. Cattle and other property should be relocated to places which are higher than nearby river banks to avoid being stranded.
8 ft
Near bankfull conditions extend along the Red River near Davidson... Oklahoma downstream to areas near Burkburnett and Taylor... Oklahoma.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 1983 | 16.9 ft | 166,000 cfs |
| Oct 21, 1983 | 16.9 ft | 166,000 cfs |
| Jun 6, 1995 | 16.61 ft | 174,000 cfs |
| Jun 6, 1995 | 16.61 ft | 174,000 cfs |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 13.95 ft | 101,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Red River near Burkburnett?
The Red River near Burkburnett gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07308500) 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 Red River near Burkburnett?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Red River near Burkburnett is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
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Where is the Red River near Burkburnett gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wichita County, Texas at coordinates 34.1101°N, 98.5317°W. USGS site number: 07308500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.