Major Flood
17.2 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
15.2 ft
Minor Flood
12.2 ft
Action Stage
9.2 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.2 ft
Major lowland flooding begins in the vicinity of the gage.
15.2 ft
Moderate lowland flooding begins in the vicinity of the gage.
12.2 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins in the 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2017 | 18.65 ft | 241,453 cfs |
| May 7, 2024 | 18.36 ft | 125,609 cfs |
| Jun 2, 2016 | 15.19 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Trinity River near Moss Bluff?
The Trinity River near Moss Bluff gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08067100) 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 Moss Bluff?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Trinity River near Moss Bluff is 12.2 feet. Action stage begins at 9.2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15.2 feet, and major flooding at 17.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when Trinity River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Trinity River near Moss Bluff 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 Trinity River near Moss Bluff gauge located?
The gauge is located in Liberty County, Texas at coordinates 29.9419°N, 94.7744°W. USGS site number: 08067100. 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.