Major Flood
31 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
27 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31 ft
Major flooding will occur. Roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
27 ft
Moderate lowland flooding will occur. Secondary roads and low water crossings will be flooded.
24 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 1922 | 42.1 ft | 71,000 cfs |
| Jul 22, 1938 | 39.3 ft | 203,000 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1899 | 36.7 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SSBT2
River
San Saba River
County
San Saba, TX
Coordinates
31.2131°N, 98.7192°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Saba River at San Saba?
The San Saba River at San Saba gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08146000) 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 San Saba?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Saba River at San Saba is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 31 feet.
How do I get alerts when San Saba River rises?
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Where is the San Saba River at San Saba gauge located?
The gauge is located in San Saba County, Texas at coordinates 31.2131°N, 98.7192°W. USGS site number: 08146000. 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.