Major Flood
10 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
5.5 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Near record stage. Some homes and buildings flooded.
8 ft
Most of the park is under water. Water may be up to 15 blocks wide in some areas, with significant damage.
7 ft
Broadway street is closed, most of park is under water.
5.5 ft
Picnic tables in City Park begin to flood.
5 ft
Bankfull
0.95 ft
Zero Flow
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 1889 | 10 ft | — |
| Jul 7, 1960 | 9.38 ft | 9,130 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1941 | 8.75 ft | 12,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PNVT2
River
Salt Fork - Brazos River
County
Hale, TX
Coordinates
34.1789°N, 101.7022°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Salt Fork - Brazos River at Plainview?
The Salt Fork - Brazos River at Plainview gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08080700) 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 Salt Fork - Brazos River at Plainview?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Salt Fork - Brazos River at Plainview is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Salt Fork - Brazos River rises?
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Where is the Salt Fork - Brazos River at Plainview gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hale County, Texas at coordinates 34.1789°N, 101.7022°W. USGS site number: 08080700. 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