Freeze Watch
2026-05-07T08:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 23 possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, north central, and northeast Colorado. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

SABINE RIVER

Last Updated: May 4, 2026

Total streamflow across the Sabine River was last observed at 13,518 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 26,813 acre-ft of water today; about 28% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 47,702 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2025-05-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at 139,480 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Sabine Rv Nr Carthage reporting a streamflow rate of 9,200 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Sabine Rv At Toledo Bd Res Nr Burkeville with a gauge stage of 84.5 ft. This river is monitored from 12 different streamgauging stations along the Sabine River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 409 ft, the Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point.

Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 12 streamgages of the Sabine River


15-Day Long Term Forecast


River Details

Last Updated 2026-05-04
Discharge Volume 26,813 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 13,518.12 cfs
Past 24 Hours: -1024.27 cfs (-7.04%)
Percent of Normal 28.34%
Maximum 139,480.0 cfs
2025-05-11
Seasonal Avg cfs
       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
USGS 08017410
6 cfs 3.04 ft -4.23
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
USGS 08018500
241 cfs 4.91 ft -55.04
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
USGS 08019200
759 cfs 7.65 ft -22.31
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
USGS 08020000
988 cfs 9.15 ft -2.18
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
USGS 08020450
440 cfs 8.17 ft 41.94
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
USGS 08020900
1100 cfs 7.47 ft -17.91
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
USGS 08022040
1570 cfs 10.58 ft -24.15
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
USGS 08022120
9200 cfs 17.4 ft -11.54
Sabine Rv At Toledo Bd Res Nr Burkeville
USGS 08025360
334 cfs 84.5 ft -0.3
Sabine Rv Nr Burkeville
USGS 08026000
710 cfs 12.31 ft -27.4
Sabine Rv Nr Bon Wier
USGS 08028500
3680 cfs 16.58 ft -28.27
Sabine Rv Nr Ruliff
USGS 08030500
4130 cfs 20.52 ft 91.2
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

It has a rich historical significance for Native Americans and played a crucial role in the Civil War. The Sabine River Basin is home to several large reservoirs, including Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lake Tawakoni. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, providing irrigation for crops such as rice, soybeans, and cotton. Additionally, the Sabine River is a popular recreational destination, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. The hydrology of the Sabine River is heavily influenced by rainfall, with flooding being a common occurrence during the hurricane season. The river also supports a diverse ecosystem of plants and animals, including many rare and endangered species.