NECHES RIVER

Last Updated: December 18, 2025

Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 6 streamgages of the Neches River


Summary

Total streamflow across the Neches River was last observed at 5,136 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 10,187 acre-ft of water today; about 84% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 6,138 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2024-01-30 when daily discharge volume was observed at 104,903 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Neches Rv At Evadale reporting a streamflow rate of 1,790 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Neches Rv Nr Town Bluff with a gauge stage of 47.93 ft. This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Neches River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 283 ft, the Neches Rv Nr Neches.

River Details

Last Updated 2025-12-17
Discharge Volume 10,187 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 5,136.0 cfs
-166.0 cfs (-3.13%)
Percent of Normal 83.68%
Maximum 104,903.0 cfs
2024-01-30
Seasonal Avg cfs
       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Neches Rv Nr Neches
USGS 08032000
193 cfs 4.99 ft -21.2
Neches Rv Nr Diboll
USGS 08033000
469 cfs 4.07 ft -6.1
Neches Rv Nr Rockland
USGS 08033500
554 cfs 4.37 ft 0
Neches Rv Nr Town Bluff
USGS 08040600
1190 cfs 47.93 ft -25.44
Neches Rv At Evadale
USGS 08041000
1790 cfs 5.83 ft -0.52
Neches Rv Saltwater Barrier At Beaumont
USGS 08041780
876 cfs 2.32 ft 107.16
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

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.