Neches River Flow Today
As of November 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Neches River is flowing at 868 cfs at Evadale, TX — 57% of normal for the date and down 2% in 24 hours. 6 of 6 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 148 to 868 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Neches River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Evadale, the Neches River is running 868 cfs — 57% of normal, down 2% since yesterday. Along the river, 5 of 6 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 56% of normal).
Highest against normal: Neches at 129%. Lowest: Beaumont at 13%.
Flood watch: Beaumont is at action stage (3.51 ft). Check NWS before heading out.
Paddlers: 0 of 5 runs on the Neches River with a live range are in range, 5 too low.
High water on the Neches River
Neches River Saltwater Barrier At Beaumont is at 3.51 ft — action stage (flood stage 4.0 ft).
How the Neches River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Neches283 ft 148 cfs129%
- Diboll155 ft 156 cfs55%
- Rockland97 ft 168 cfs59%
- Town Bluff50 ft 852 cfs56%
- Evadale31 ft 868 cfs57%
- Beaumont1 ft 161 cfs13%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Neches River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (56%).
Neches River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Neches River Near Neches TX
Nov 5, 1:30 AM · USGS 08032000 |
148 cfs | 129% | +10% | 4.14 ft | 7.9 ft below | 283 ft |
|
Neches River Near Diboll TX
Nov 5, 1:15 AM · USGS 08033000 |
156 cfs | 55% | +1% | 1.85 ft | 10.2 ft below | 155 ft |
|
Neches River Near Rockland TX
Nov 5, 2:00 AM · USGS 08033500 |
168 cfs | 59% | 0% | 3.07 ft | 22.9 ft below | 97 ft |
|
Neches River Near Town Bluff TX
Nov 5, 2:00 AM · USGS 08040600 |
852 cfs | 56% | +0% | 46.63 ft | 21.4 ft below | 50 ft |
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Neches River At Evadale TX
Nov 5, 2:00 AM · USGS 08041000 |
868 cfs | 57% | -2% | 4.23 ft | 12.8 ft below | 31 ft |
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Neches River Saltwater Barrier At Beaumont TX
Nov 5, 1:15 AM · USGS 08041780 |
161 cfs | 13% | · | 3.51 ft | Action | 1 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Neches River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hwy 96 Bridge To Neches River Saltwater Barrier Gauge: Evadale |
Too low | 868 cfs | 3,363–17,695 cfs typical | II–III |
| State Highway 7 To Us Highway 59 Gauge: Diboll |
Too low | 156 cfs | 653–8,203 cfs typical | II |
| Town Bluff Dam To Hwy 96 Bridge Gauge: Town Bluff |
Too low | 852 cfs | 3,356–16,518 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Us Highway 59 To Us Highway 69 Gauge: Rockland |
Too low | 168 cfs | 909–11,745 cfs typical | II–III |
| Us Highway 69 To Ba Steinhagen Reservoir Gauge: Town Bluff |
Too low | 852 cfs | 3,356–16,518 cfs typical | I–II |
Dams & reservoirs on the Neches River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Neches River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Neches River
The Neches River is a 416-mile-long river in eastern Texas that runs from the Piney Woods region to the Gulf of Mexico. It has played a significant role in Texas history, serving as a major transportation route for Native Americans, European settlers, and early American explorers. The Neches has a diverse hydrology, with significant wetlands and swamps along its banks. There are several reservoirs along the river, including Lake Palestine and Lake Striker, which provide drinking water and flood control for nearby communities. The river also supports agricultural activities, including rice farming and timber production. Additionally, the Neches is a popular recreational destination for fishing, boating, and camping. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, and crappie.
Fishing near the Neches River
About the Neches River
How is the Neches River flowing right now?
As of November 5, 2026, the Neches River is flowing at 868 cfs at Evadale, TX, about 57% of normal for the date. Across its 6 USGS gauges, current flows range from 148 to 868 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Neches River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Neches River is at 56% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Neches River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Neches (12.0 ft), Diboll (12.0 ft), Rockland (26.0 ft), Town Bluff (68.0 ft), Evadale (17.0 ft), Beaumont (4.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Neches River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.