Major Flood
28 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Major lowland flooding will occur. No access to the picnic area at rest stop on US HWY 87. Utility pole at the rest area are partially inundated and possibly damaged.
23 ft
Moderate lowland flooding will occur. Picnic area at rest stop on US HWY 87 will be inundated.
18 ft
Minor lowland flooding will occur. Picnic area at rest stop off of US HWY 87 will begin flooding.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2025 | 30.53 ft | — |
| Jul 22, 1938 | 29.1 ft | 86,000 cfs |
| Oct 5, 1930 | 25.9 ft | 50,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BSST2
River
San Saba River
County
McCulloch, TX
Coordinates
31.0039°N, 99.2686°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Saba River near Brady?
The San Saba River near Brady gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08144600) 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 near Brady?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Saba River near Brady is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when San Saba River rises?
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Where is the San Saba River near Brady gauge located?
The gauge is located in McCulloch County, Texas at coordinates 31.0039°N, 99.2686°W. USGS site number: 08144600. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Lower Colorado River Authority, 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.