West Fork Trinity River at Grand Prairie
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Dallas County, Texas on the West Fork Trinity River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08049500, 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
33 ft
Moderate Flood
30 ft
Minor Flood
27 ft
Action Stage
25 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
Major flooding may start to occur at low lying areas near the river in north Grand Prairie. Contact the city of Grand Prairie for further information.
30 ft
Moderate flooding will occur along the lowland areas of the river.
27 ft
Minor flooding of lowland areas may occur near the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2004 | 37.25 ft | 18,900 cfs |
| Jun 11, 2004 | 37.25 ft | 18,900 cfs |
| Dec 19, 1991 | 33.88 ft | 54,800 cfs |
| May 3, 1990 | 33.88 ft | 64,400 cfs |
| Dec 19, 1991 | 33.88 ft | 54,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GPRT2
River
West Fork Trinity River
County
Dallas, TX
Coordinates
32.7625°N, 96.9944°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Fork Trinity River at Grand Prairie?
The West Fork Trinity River at Grand Prairie gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08049500) 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 Trinity River at Grand Prairie?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Fork Trinity River at Grand Prairie is 27 feet. Action stage begins at 25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Fork Trinity River rises?
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Where is the West Fork Trinity River at Grand Prairie gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dallas County, Texas at coordinates 32.7625°N, 96.9944°W. USGS site number: 08049500. 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
- 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.