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
26 ft
Action Stage
25.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
Severe flooding will continue for the next several days. Thousands of acres of land near the river will flood.
30 ft
Expect moderate to severe flooding of the lowland floodplain for the next several days.
28 ft
Expect considerable lowland flooding on the reach of the Sabine River from the Tatum through Beckville and DeBerry areas with flooded boat ramps, gas and petroleum wells, and even some low area cabins.
26 ft
Expect lowland flooding of the heavily wooded floodplain. In addition, oil field operations in and near the floodplain will be affected and steps should be taken to secure petroleum equipment.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 5, 1945 | 40.1 ft | — |
| Mar 30, 1989 | 38.87 ft | 41,300 cfs |
| Apr 30, 1984 | 37.8 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sabine River near Beckville?
The Sabine River near Beckville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08022040) 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 near Beckville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sabine River near Beckville is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 25.5 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 near Beckville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Panola County, Texas at coordinates 32.3272°N, 94.3533°W. USGS site number: 08022040. 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.