San Jacinto River near Sheldon
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Harris County, Texas on the San Jacinto River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08072050, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
15 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Major lowland flooding begins.
13 ft
Moderate lowland flooding begins with widespread inundation of the flood plain.
10 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2017 | 28.72 ft | — |
| Aug 28, 2017 | 28.72 ft | — |
| Oct 19, 1994 | 28.07 ft | 300,000 cfs |
| Oct 19, 1994 | 28.07 ft | 300,000 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1973 | 21.1 ft | — |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SHLT2
River
San Jacinto River
County
Harris, TX
Coordinates
29.8761°N, 95.0936°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Jacinto River near Sheldon?
The San Jacinto River near Sheldon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08072050) 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 San Jacinto River near Sheldon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Jacinto River near Sheldon is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when San Jacinto River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add San Jacinto River near Sheldon to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the San Jacinto River near Sheldon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harris County, Texas at coordinates 29.8761°N, 95.0936°W. USGS site number: 08072050. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.