RIVER GAUGE · SOUTH SULPHUR RIVER
South Sulphur River near Cooper
Delta County, Texas
Water level1.51 ft
Flow0 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action14 ft
Minor flood16 ft
Moderate flood20 ft
Major flood25 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 25 ft
Major out of banks flooding is occurring along the river reach. Several rural roads are underwater. Farm and ranch land near the river is flooded.
- 20 ft
Moderate out of bank flooding will occur along the river reach. A few rural roads will be flooded. Moderate flooding will occur on farm and ranch land adjacent to the river.
- 16 ft
Minor out of bank flooding will occur. A few rural roads will begin to flood. Minor flooding will occur to farm and ranch land adjacent to the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 1982 | 27.21 ft | 47,200 cfs |
| Dec 9, 1971 | 26.15 ft | 42,500 cfs |
| Apr 29, 1966 | 26.02 ft | 30,500 cfs |
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