Red Flag Warning
2026-03-16T19:00:00-05:00

...RED FLAG WARNING AREA WIDE... .Windy and dry conditions behind a cold front may produce red flag conditons across much of the area Monday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 027 Vernon, Fire Weather Zone 028 Rapides, Fire Weather Zone 029 Avoyelles, Fire Weather Zone 030 Beauregard, Fire Weather Zone 031 Allen, Fire Weather Zone 032 Evangeline, Fire Weather Zone 033 St. Landry, Fire Weather Zone 044 Lafayette, Fire Weather Zone 045 Upper St. Martin, Fire Weather Zone 055 Lower St. Martin, Fire Weather Zone 073 West Cameron, Fire Weather Zone 074 East Cameron, Fire Weather Zone 141 Northern Calcasieu, Fire Weather Zone 142 Northern Jefferson Davis, Fire Weather Zone 143 Northern Acadia, Fire Weather Zone 152 Upper Vermilion, Fire Weather Zone 153 Upper Iberia, Fire Weather Zone 154 Upper St. Mary, Fire Weather Zone 180 Tyler, Fire Weather Zone 201 Hardin, Fire Weather Zone 241 Southern Calcasieu, Fire Weather Zone 242 Southern Jefferson Davis, Fire Weather Zone 243 Southern Acadia, Fire Weather Zone 252 Lower Vermilion, Fire Weather Zone 253 Lower Iberia, Fire Weather Zone 254 Lower St. Mary, Fire Weather Zone 259 Northern Jasper, Fire Weather Zone 260 Northern Newton, Fire Weather Zone 261 Southern Jasper, Fire Weather Zone 262 Southern Newton, Fire Weather Zone 515 Upper Jefferson, Fire Weather Zone 516 Northern Orange, Fire Weather Zone 615 Lower Jefferson and Fire Weather Zone 616 Southern Orange. * TIMING...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 55. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Town Bluff Dam To Hwy 96 Bridge Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Texas

Last Updated: 2026-03-15

The Whitewater River Run from Town Bluff Dam to Hwy 96 Bridge in Texas is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts.

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 800-3000 cfs, which provides a challenging and thrilling experience.

The class rating for this run is Class III-IV, with some sections reaching Class V during high water. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 12 miles, with notable rapids and obstacles such as "Dagger" and "Pinball."

It is important to note that this section of the river is located within the Angelina-Neches-Dam-B, and special regulations apply. Anglers are required to have a valid Texas fishing license and abide by all state fishing regulations. Additionally, watercraft must display a current Texas Parks and Wildlife Department registration, and all safety equipment must be present and in good working condition.

Overall, the Whitewater River Run from Town Bluff Dam to Hwy 96 Bridge offers a thrilling whitewater experience for those seeking a challenge. However, it is important to always follow regulations and safety guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

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River Run Details

Last Updated	2026-03-15
River Levels	2940 cfs (50.84 ft)
Percent of Normal	19%
Status
Class Level	iii-iv
Elevation	ft
Run Length	55.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 08040600

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Red Flag Warning
Until 2026-03-16T19:00:00-05:00 • National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING AREA WIDE... .Windy and dry conditions behind a cold front may produce red flag conditons across much of the area Monday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 027 Vernon, Fire Weather Zone 028 Rapides, Fire Weather Zone 029 Avoyelles, Fire Weather Zone 030 Beauregard, Fire Weather Zone 031 Allen, Fire Weather Zone 032 Evangeline, Fire Weather Zone 033 St. Landry, Fire Weather Zone 044 Lafayette, Fire Weather Zone 045 Upper St. Martin, Fire Weather Zone 055 Lower St. Martin, Fire Weather Zone 073 West Cameron, Fire Weather Zone 074 East Cameron, Fire Weather Zone 141 Northern Calcasieu, Fire Weather Zone 142 Northern Jefferson Davis, Fire Weather Zone 143 Northern Acadia, Fire Weather Zone 152 Upper Vermilion, Fire Weather Zone 153 Upper Iberia, Fire Weather Zone 154 Upper St. Mary, Fire Weather Zone 180 Tyler, Fire Weather Zone 201 Hardin, Fire Weather Zone 241 Southern Calcasieu, Fire Weather Zone 242 Southern Jefferson Davis, Fire Weather Zone 243 Southern Acadia, Fire Weather Zone 252 Lower Vermilion, Fire Weather Zone 253 Lower Iberia, Fire Weather Zone 254 Lower St. Mary, Fire Weather Zone 259 Northern Jasper, Fire Weather Zone 260 Northern Newton, Fire Weather Zone 261 Southern Jasper, Fire Weather Zone 262 Southern Newton, Fire Weather Zone 515 Upper Jefferson, Fire Weather Zone 516 Northern Orange, Fire Weather Zone 615 Lower Jefferson and Fire Weather Zone 616 Southern Orange. * TIMING...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 55. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.