Independence Creek near Sheffield, TX
Is Independence Creek near Sheffield, TX flooding right now?
Independence Creek near Sheffield, TX measured 4.74 ft on 2026-09-22 22:25:00 UTC. That observation was 6.3 ft below its 11 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
4.74 ft
Streamflow
12 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 11 ft, with major flooding at 22 ft. The highest crest on record was 22 ft on Mon, Jun 28, 1954.
Streamflow outlook
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 6 ft | 1.3 ft below |
| Minor flood | 11 ft | 6.3 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 15 ft | 10.3 ft below |
| Major flood | 22 ft | 17.3 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 22 ft | 1954-06-28 |
| 17.95 ft | 2004-07-25 |
| 17.6 ft | 2024-05-29 |
| 16.74 ft | 1974-09-20 |
| 16.24 ft | 2008-09-11 |
Last 7 days
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Pecos River at Brotherton Rh near Pandale, TX | 9.5 mi | Crockett County |
| Pecos River near Sheffield, TX | 14.6 mi | Pecos County |
| Sanderson Creek at Sanderson, TX | 44.8 mi | Terrell County |
| Dolan Creek above Devils River near Comstock, TX | 58.8 mi | Val Verde County |
| Pecos River near Girvin, TX | 61.3 mi | Pecos County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.