Is the Big Creek flooding?
The Big Creek is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in Texas. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Big Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Big Creek is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Texas river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Creek at SH 150 near Shepherd, TX | No flooding | 132.98 ft | 137 ft | |
| Big Creek near Needville, TX | No flooding | 1.73 ft | 19 ft | |
| Big Creek near Chico, TX | No flood stage defined | 1.78 ft | — | |
| Big Creek near Freestone, TX | No flood stage defined | 2.65 ft | — |
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.