West Fork San Jacinto River near Conroe
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Montgomery County, Texas on the West Fork San Jacinto River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08068000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
117.8 ft
Moderate Flood
116.8 ft
Minor Flood
115.8 ft
Action Stage
114.8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
126.93 ft
Flood of Record set on 8/29/2017 during Harvey
126.09 ft
Previous flood of record on October 18, 1994.
117.8 ft
Major lowland flooding begins.
116.8 ft
Moderate lowland flooding begins.
115.8 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2017 | 126.93 ft | 122,000 cfs |
| Aug 29, 2017 | 126.93 ft | 122,000 cfs |
| Oct 17, 1994 | 126.1 ft | 115,000 cfs |
| Oct 17, 1994 | 126.1 ft | 115,000 cfs |
| Jun 2, 1950 | 123.22 ft | 37,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CFKT2
River
West Fork San Jacinto River
County
Montgomery, TX
Coordinates
30.2444°N, 95.4569°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Fork San Jacinto River near Conroe?
The West Fork San Jacinto River near Conroe gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08068000) 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 West Fork San Jacinto River near Conroe?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Fork San Jacinto River near Conroe is 115.8 feet. Action stage begins at 114.8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 116.8 feet, and major flooding at 117.8 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Fork San Jacinto River rises?
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Where is the West Fork San Jacinto River near Conroe gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Texas at coordinates 30.2444°N, 95.4569°W. USGS site number: 08068000. 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.