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SABINE RIVER

Last Updated: April 13, 2026

Total streamflow across the Sabine River was last observed at 5,069 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 10,053 acre-ft of water today; about 10% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 50,235 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 2026-04-13
Discharge Volume 10,053 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 5,068.5 cfs
Past 24 Hours: -117.6 cfs (-2.27%)
Percent of Normal 10.09%
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
12 cfs 3.09 ft 0
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
USGS 08018500
46 cfs 1.87 ft -3.38
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
USGS 08019200
274 cfs 5.83 ft 24.55
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
USGS 08020000
581 cfs 7.61 ft 57.03
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
USGS 08020900
592 cfs 5.76 ft -5.88
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
USGS 08020450
393 cfs 5.69 ft -17.44
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
USGS 08022040
936 cfs 9.31 ft -21.34
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
USGS 08022120
9200 cfs 15.13 ft -11.54
Sabine Rv At Toledo Bd Res Nr Burkeville
USGS 08025360
332 cfs 84.5 ft 0.3
Sabine Rv Nr Burkeville
USGS 08026000
374 cfs 11.52 ft -0.8
Sabine Rv Nr Bon Wier
USGS 08028500
652 cfs 12.39 ft 5.67
Sabine Rv Nr Ruliff
USGS 08030500
877 cfs 14.26 ft -4.36
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.