Is the North Wichita River flooding?

Texas · 2 gauges · Texas river levels

The North Wichita 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 North Wichita River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 11 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 N Wichita River near Truscott, TX. The highest level ever recorded there was 21.96 ft on 19 September 1965, carrying 28,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1960 (65 annual peaks). It is currently at 5.51 ft, 16.5 ft below that record.

Drains 937 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,352 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
N Wichita River near Paducah, TXNo current data14 ft
N Wichita River near Truscott, TXNo flood stage defined5.51 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.