Is the Waxahachie Creek flooding?

Texas · 2 gauges · Texas river levels

The Waxahachie Creek 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 Waxahachie Creek 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 7 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 Waxahachie Creek near Bardwell, TX. The highest level ever recorded there was 26.15 ft on 16 November 2018, carrying 2,340 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1964 (62 annual peaks). It is currently at 15.37 ft, 10.8 ft below that record.

Drains 178 sq mi · gauge elevation 361 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Waxahachie Creek at Waxahachie, TXNo flood stage defined6.33 ft
Waxahachie Creek near Bardwell, TXNo flood stage defined15.37 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.