White Oak Bayou at Houston
Texas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Harris County, Texas on the White Oak Bayou. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08074500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
Loading...
Streamflow
Loading...
Last Reading
Loading...
Flood Stages
Major Flood
36 ft
Moderate Flood
33.5 ft
Minor Flood
32 ft
Action Stage
29 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
40.29 ft
At levels above 40.3 feet, major lowland flooding continues as the Heights Boulevard bridge is inundated.
38.5 ft
At levels above 38.5 feet, major lowland flooding continues as the I-45 main lanes north of I-10 are inundated.
36 ft
At levels above 36.0 feet, major lowland flooding begins as apartments along White Oak Drive begin flooding. The I-45 southbound ramp to I-10 West is under 2.5 feet of water and the I-10 eastbound feeder road west of Studemont is inundated. The I-45 main lanes north of I-10 are close to being flooded.
33.5 ft
At levels above 33.5 feet, moderate lowland flooding begins as the southbound ramp to I-10 West floods.
29 ft
At levels above 29.0 feet, minor lowland flooding begins as water escapes the main channel and floods White Oak Drive between Taylor Street and I-10.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
Loading chart data...
Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 2001 | 52.84 ft | 28,100 cfs |
| Jun 8, 2001 | 52.84 ft | 28,100 cfs |
| Dec 8, 1935 | 51.5 ft | 14,750 cfs |
| Dec 8, 1935 | 51.5 ft | 14,750 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1992 | 50.43 ft | 25,100 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HGTT2
River
White Oak Bayou
County
Harris, TX
Coordinates
29.7750°N, 95.3969°W
Get Flood Alerts for White Oak Bayou
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White Oak Bayou at Houston?
The White Oak Bayou at Houston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08074500) 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 White Oak Bayou at Houston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White Oak Bayou at Houston is 32 feet. Action stage begins at 29 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33.5 feet, and major flooding at 36 feet.
How do I get alerts when White Oak Bayou rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add White Oak Bayou at Houston to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the White Oak Bayou at Houston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harris County, Texas at coordinates 29.7750°N, 95.3969°W. USGS site number: 08074500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
More Resources
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.