Buffalo Bayou At Houston, Tx Realtime Data
BUFFALO BAYOU AT HOUSTON, TX
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
263
Discharge (cfs)
1.6
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 263 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.57 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 295 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The flow of the bayou is influenced by several factors, including rainfall, dam releases, and tributary inflows. Some of the notable tributaries of the Buffalo Bayou include White Oak Bayou and Brays Bayou. Seasonal trends show that the flow of the bayou increases during the rainy season, while it decreases during the dry season. Interestingly, the Buffalo Bayou is also home to several recreational activities, including kayaking and fishing. Overall, the Buffalo Bayou is an important water resource for the Houston area and plays a vital role in the local ecosystem.
July 13, 2026
| Elevation | 1.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Water velocity reading from field sensor, feet per second | 2.21 ft/sec |
| Gage height, ft | 1.57 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 263.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 143% |
| Year Over Year Average | 183 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 17,200 cfs |
| Geolocation | 29.76, -95.41 |
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