-1.97 cfs (-6.5%) since yesterday
20.47% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Lavaca River
was last observed at
28
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
56
acre-ft of water today; about 20%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
138 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-05-15 when daily discharge volume was observed at
19,562 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Lavaca Rv Nr Edna
reporting a streamflow rate of 27.5 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Lavaca River, with a gauge stage of
5.1 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Lavaca River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 203 ft, the
Lavaca Rv At Hallettsville.
Last Updated
2024-05-02
Streamflow
28.33 cfs
Percent of Normal
20.47%
Maximum
19,562.0 cfs
2023-05-15
About the lavaca river
The Lavaca River is a 111-mile-long river that flows through south-central Texas. The river was first discovered by Spanish explorers in the 1600s, and it was named after the La Vaca ("the cow") Indian tribe who lived in the area. The Lavaca River is fed by several tributaries, including the Navidad River, and it eventually empties into the Gulf of Mexico.
There are several reservoirs and dams along the Lavaca River, including the Lake Texana Dam and the Lake Sweetwater Dam. These dams provide water for irrigation and drinking purposes, as well as recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The Lavaca River also supports a variety of wildlife, including bass, catfish, and alligator gar. The river and its surrounding areas are used for agriculture, including cattle ranching and crop production. Overall, the Lavaca River is an important natural resource for the state of Texas.