Major Flood
41 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
38 ft
Minor Flood
36 ft
Action Stage
33 ft
What Floods at Each Level
46.8 ft
In past floods at levels above 46.8 feet, many homes below Lake Livingston were flooded...some with water midway up their windows.
41 ft
Major lowland flooding begins as the slab elevation of homes on the right bank just below Lake Livingston is reached.
38 ft
Moderate lowland flooding begins.
36 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins as water spreads out over fields and threatens buildings in the immediate vicinity of the gage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 1994 | 48.97 ft | 125,000 cfs |
| May 3, 2024 | 48.92 ft | 140,000 cfs |
| Aug 29, 2017 | 48.34 ft | 110,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Trinity River near Goodrich?
The Trinity River near Goodrich gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08066250) 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 Trinity River near Goodrich?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Trinity River near Goodrich is 36 feet. Action stage begins at 33 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 38 feet, and major flooding at 41 feet.
How do I get alerts when Trinity River rises?
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Where is the Trinity River near Goodrich gauge located?
The gauge is located in Polk County, Texas at coordinates 30.5719°N, 94.9486°W. USGS site number: 08066250. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.