Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: TNGT2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.59 ft
the river reaches record stage. However, no significant damage occurs. Hikers/campers in the area and the Rio Grande downstream to Santa Elena Canyon and Castolon will be affected.
17 ft
minor overbank flooding begins, but no significant damage occurs. High flows and rapidly changing conditions may threaten hikers in Big Bend National Park. Structures upstream in Terlingua may flood.
10 ft
the creek reaches bankfull. Minor overbank flooding begins, but no damage is known to occur. Hikers in Big Bend National Park should be alert to rapidly changing conditions along the creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 23, 1935 | 17.59 ft | 34,900 cfs |
| Jun 1, 1937 | 16.2 ft | 29,100 cfs |
| May 26, 1936 | 15.4 ft | 29,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
TNGT2
County
Brewster, TX
Coordinates
29.1997°N, 103.6056°W
Get Flood Alerts for Terlingua Creek 7 miles S of Terlingua
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Terlingua Creek 7 miles S of Terlingua?
The Terlingua Creek 7 miles S of Terlingua gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Terlingua Creek 7 miles S of Terlingua?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Terlingua Creek 7 miles S of Terlingua is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Terlingua Creek 7 miles S of Terlingua gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brewster County, Texas at coordinates 29.1997°N, 103.6056°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Rio Grande at Castolon
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Intl Boundary & Water Commission
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 12 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.