Tide Station (LCH) at Rainbow Bridge
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Jefferson County, Texas on the Tide Station (LCH). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RBBT2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
5 ft
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
WIDESPREAD MAJOR FLOODING CAN BE EXPECTED. THIS IS NEAR THE LEVEL REACHED DURING THE STORM SURGE OF HURRICANE IKE IN 2008. CATASTROPHIC FLOODING OCCURS THROUGHOUT BRIDGE CITY. FLOODING ALSO OCCURS NEAR THE NECHES RIVER THAT ARE NOT PROTECTED BY THE HURRICANE PROTECTION LEVEE.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2008 | 10.5 ft | — |
| Sep 13, 2008 | 10.5 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RBBT2
River
Tide Station (LCH)
County
Jefferson, TX
Coordinates
29.9800°N, 93.8817°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tide Station (LCH) at Rainbow Bridge?
The Tide Station (LCH) at Rainbow Bridge 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 Tide Station (LCH) at Rainbow Bridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tide Station (LCH) at Rainbow Bridge is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tide Station (LCH) rises?
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Where is the Tide Station (LCH) at Rainbow Bridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Texas at coordinates 29.9800°N, 93.8817°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NOAA National Ocean Service