Is the Lavaca River flooding?

Texas · 2 gauges · Texas river levels

The Lavaca River is tracked by 2 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 Lavaca River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Texas river levels.

data refreshed 6 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Lavaca River near Edna, TX. The highest level ever recorded there was 35.49 ft on 19 October 1994, carrying 150,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1936 (88 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.23 ft, 31.3 ft below that record.

Drains 817 sq mi · gauge elevation 14 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Lavaca River at Hallettsville, TXNo flooding2.98 ft27 ft
Lavaca River near Edna, TXNo flooding4.23 ft21 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.