RIVER GAUGE · SABINE RIVER
Sabine River near Burkeville
Newton County, Texas
Water level12.45 ft
Flow732 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action30 ft
Minor flood36 ft
Moderate flood40 ft
Major flood44 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 48.05 ft
The river has reached flood of record. Widespread major to catastrophic flooding occurs.
- 44 ft
Major flooding occurs.
- 40 ft
Moderate flooding occurs.
- 36 ft
Residential flooding in the River Bend Subdivision occurs.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2016 | 54.88 ft | 254,000 cfs |
| Jan 31, 1999 | 48.05 ft | 124,000 cfs |
| May 20, 1989 | 47.45 ft | 116,000 cfs |
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