Major Flood
115 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
113 ft
Minor Flood
110 ft
Action Stage
102 ft
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
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About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DRAT2
River
Spring Branch
County
Montgomery, TX
Coordinates
30.2198°N, 95.2492°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spring Branch at SH 242 near Splendora?
The Spring Branch at SH 242 near Splendora gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08070550) 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 Spring Branch at SH 242 near Splendora?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spring Branch at SH 242 near Splendora is 110 feet. Action stage begins at 102 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 113 feet, and major flooding at 115 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spring Branch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Spring Branch at SH 242 near Splendora to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Spring Branch at SH 242 near Splendora gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Texas at coordinates 30.2198°N, 95.2492°W. USGS site number: 08070550. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of US Geological Service