San Saba River at Menard
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Menard County, Texas on the San Saba River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08144500, 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
26 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
18 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
26 ft
Major flooding will occur. Water will enter buildings adjacent to the river in the Menard Business District. Roads and low water crossings will be flooded. Water will begin to flow over Highway 83 bridge.
22 ft
Moderate flooding will occur. Structures in the Menard Business District may become flooded along the river. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
18 ft
Minor flooding will occur. Water will begin to reach the Menard Business District. The city park will be flooded. Water will begin to encroach on the Menard County RV Park.
8 ft
The Menard City Park will be inundated.
5 ft
The Decker Street low water crossing just downstream of the gage will be flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 1899 | 23.3 ft | — |
| Jun 5, 1899 | 23.3 ft | — |
| Jul 22, 1938 | 22.2 ft | 130,000 cfs |
| Jul 22, 1938 | 22.2 ft | 130,000 cfs |
| Sep 15, 1936 | 21.2 ft | 101,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Saba River at Menard?
The San Saba River at Menard gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08144500) 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 Saba River at Menard?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Saba River at Menard is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
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Where is the San Saba River at Menard gauge located?
The gauge is located in Menard County, Texas at coordinates 30.9191°N, 99.7856°W. USGS site number: 08144500. 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.