Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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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
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Major lowland flooding reaches the Loop 13 bridge floor. Secondary roads, low bridges and access roads are flooded and very dangerous to motorists.
18 ft
Minor lowland flooding reaches numerous access and secondary roads and low bridges.
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 17, 1998 | 34.07 ft | 47,800 cfs |
| Sep 26, 1973 | 28.83 ft | 13,100 cfs |
| Jun 4, 1986 | 27.95 ft | 11,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Salado Creek at Loop 13?
The Salado Creek at Loop 13 gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08178800) 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 Salado Creek at Loop 13?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Salado Creek at Loop 13 is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Salado Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Salado Creek at Loop 13 to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Salado Creek at Loop 13 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bexar County, Texas at coordinates 29.3569°N, 98.4125°W. USGS site number: 08178800. 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.