Major Flood
35 ft
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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
30 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
What Floods at Each Level
41 ft
Extreme flooding will continue for several more days with numerous roadways closed including interstate 20. Several tens of thousands of acres of land will be flooded. All preparations for record flooding should be rushed to completion. Expect flooding comparable to the great Sabine River flood of April of 1945.
35 ft
Expect severe flooding of several thousand acres of river bottom along with petroleum equipment, secondary roadways, and several structures. Preparations should be completed for a major flooding event.
31 ft
Flooding of river bottoms and lowlands will slowly decrease during the next several days.
28 ft
Lowland flooding will continue for several days. Oil field operations will be curtailed and timber resources will suffer severe flooding. Fisherman should use caution as currents are swift.
25 ft
Expect minor lowland flooding with boat ramps flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 1966 | 40 ft | — |
| Jan 3, 2016 | 37.06 ft | 40,000 cfs |
| May 11, 1990 | 36.7 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sabine River below Longview?
The Sabine River below Longview gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08020900) 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 Sabine River below Longview?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sabine River below Longview is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sabine River rises?
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Where is the Sabine River below Longview gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gregg County, Texas at coordinates 32.4167°N, 94.7097°W. USGS site number: 08020900. 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.