Major Flood
29 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31.5 ft
Major flooding along the river reach is expected.
29 ft
Major flooding along the river reach is expected.
25 ft
Moderate flooding along the river reach is expected.
22 ft
Moderate flooding along the river reach is expected.
20 ft
Minor flooding along the river reach is expected.
18 ft
The high banks will overflow but no flood problems are expected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 1957 | 32.1 ft | 35,100 cfs |
| May 16, 1989 | 31.52 ft | 33,300 cfs |
| Oct 12, 1981 | 30.15 ft | 27,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JAKT2
River
West Fork Trinity River
County
Jack, TX
Coordinates
33.2917°N, 98.0803°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Fork Trinity River near Jacksboro?
The West Fork Trinity River near Jacksboro gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08042800) 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 near Jacksboro?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Fork Trinity River near Jacksboro is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Fork Trinity River rises?
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Where is the West Fork Trinity River near Jacksboro gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jack County, Texas at coordinates 33.2917°N, 98.0803°W. USGS site number: 08042800. 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.