2026-04-13T20:00:00-06:00
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NECHES RIVER
Last Updated: April 13, 2026
Total streamflow across the
Neches River
was last observed at
6,365
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
12,625
acre-ft of water today; about 14%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
45,268 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 1,500 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Neches Rv Nr Town Bluff
with a gauge stage of 48.32 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.
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 6 streamgages of the Neches River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-04-13 |
| Discharge Volume | 12,625 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
6,365.0 cfs
Past 24 Hours: +103.0 cfs (+1.64%) |
| Percent of Normal | 14.06% |
| 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 |
366 cfs | 6.39 ft | 12.96 | |||||
|
Neches Rv Nr Diboll
USGS 08033000 |
919 cfs | 6.27 ft | -9.9 | |||||
|
Neches Rv Nr Rockland
USGS 08033500 |
1210 cfs | 5.66 ft | -6.92 | |||||
|
Neches Rv Nr Town Bluff
USGS 08040600 |
1470 cfs | 48.32 ft | 0.68 | |||||
|
Neches Rv At Evadale
USGS 08041000 |
1500 cfs | 5.4 ft | 4.17 | |||||
|
Neches Rv Saltwater Barrier At Beaumont
USGS 08041780 |
900 cfs | 2.92 ft | 25.35 |
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.
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