2025-12-20T00:00:00-07:00
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS FRIDAY... Critical fire weather conditions over the northeast plains will gradually ease into this evening. Strong winds will redevelop in the foothills overnight, with high winds spreading slowly east across the nearby adjacent plains west of I-25 through the afternoon. Extremely high wind gusts of 85-100 mph combined with humidities dropping into the 10-20 percent range will create potential for fast moving wildfires, should any new starts occur. Winds toward I-25 and eastward will be slower to develop, and also speeds will be considerably lighter. That said, gusts of 25-40 mph are still expected to combine with very low humidity and cured grasses to support critical fire weather conditions. Areas farther east into eastern Adams, Arapahoe, Elbert, and Lincoln counties have more uncertainty if those winds even develop, so those locations remain under a Fire Weather Watch. Such conditions may be a longer duration than usual, with potential for low humidity to extend well into the evening hours. The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 10 AM Friday to midnight MST Friday night. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 238, 239, 240, 241 and 243. * TIMING...From 10 AM Friday to midnight MST Friday night. * WINDS...West 20 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph or more immediately next to the foothills. Gusts closer to 40 mph along and east of I-25. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 8 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a fast moving wildfire.
Summary
Total streamflow across the
Navasota River
was last observed at
85
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
168
acre-ft of water today; about 110%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
77 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-06-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at
63,030 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Navasota Rv At Old Spanish Rd Nr Bryan
reporting a streamflow rate of 59.7 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
with a gauge stage of 3.3 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Navasota River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 391 ft, the
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-18 |
| Discharge Volume | 168 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
84.77 cfs
-9.6 cfs (-10.17%) |
| Percent of Normal | 109.83% |
| Maximum |
63,030.0 cfs
2025-06-14 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
USGS 08110325 |
5 cfs | 1.69 ft | 97.05 | |||||
|
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
USGS 08110500 |
20 cfs | 3.3 ft | -31.31 | |||||
|
Navasota Rv At Old Spanish Rd Nr Bryan
USGS 08110800 |
60 cfs | 2.08 ft | -4.17 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
It originates in eastern Hill County and flows southeast until it meets the Brazos River. The river is known for its scenic beauty and rich history, dating back to the time of Native American tribes. The river is fed by several creeks and tributaries, with the most significant being the Little River. There are two major reservoirs on the Navasota River: Lake Limestone and Lake Mexia. These reservoirs are used for water storage, flood control, and recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. Agriculture is also a significant use of the Navasota River, with many farms and ranches utilizing the river for irrigation purposes. Despite its importance to the local community, the Navasota River faces several environmental challenges, including pollution and habitat degradation.