Summary
Total streamflow across the
Lavaca River
was last observed at
19
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
38
acre-ft of water today; about 149%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
13 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 At Hallettsville
reporting a streamflow rate of 19.2 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Lavaca Rv Nr Edna
with a gauge stage of 4.93 ft.
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.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-10 |
| Discharge Volume | 38 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
19.2 cfs
+11.6 cfs (+152.63%) |
| Percent of Normal | 148.61% |
| Maximum |
19,562.0 cfs
2023-05-15 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Lavaca Rv At Hallettsville
USGS 08163500 |
19 cfs | 3.37 ft | 2604.23 | |||||
|
Lavaca Rv Nr Edna
USGS 08164000 |
6 cfs | 4.93 ft | -14.51 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
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.