Trinity River near Rosser
Ellis County, Texas
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 43 ft
Widespread major flooding is expected along the river. The levees will overflow and farm land will be inundated. Rural roads near the river will be underwater.
- 42 ft
Water will be approaching the top of the lowest area of the levee on the ellis county side of the river.
- 38 ft
Major flooding is expected on farm and ranch lands near the river.
- 36.5 ft
Moderate flooding is expected within the levees.
- 36 ft
Moderate flooding is expected along the river but within the levees.
- 34 ft
Minor to moderate flooding of low areas and roads within the levees is expected.
- 31 ft
Minor flooding of farm and ranch land is expected near the river. A few rural roads may be flooded.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 1938 | 41.8 ft | — |
| Jun 1, 2015 | 41.6 ft | 69,000 cfs |
| Apr 22, 1942 | 41.55 ft | 150,000 cfs |
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