Is the South Sulphur River flooding?

Texas · 3 gauges · Texas river levels

The South Sulphur River is tracked by 3 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 South Sulphur River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 3 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 S Sulphur River near Cooper, TX. The highest level ever recorded there was 27.21 ft on 13 May 1982, carrying 47,200 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1943 (83 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.52 ft, 25.7 ft below that record.

Drains 527 sq mi · gauge elevation 370 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
S Sulphur River near Cooper, TXNo flooding1.52 ft16 ft
S Sulphur River at Commerce, TXNo current data
S Sulphur River at SH 11 near Commerce, TXNo current data
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.