Fire Weather Watch
2025-12-20T00:00:00-07:00

...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS THURSDAY AND FRIDAY... Strong northwest winds will spread across the northeast plains after sunrise today, with gusts 45 to 65 mph creating critical fire weather conditions despite somewhat marginal humidity values near 20%. Early Friday, westerly downslope winds will bring strong gusts to the Front Range mountains and foothills, with potential for these to spread into wind-favored portions of the adjacent lower elevations. Peak gusts of 70-90 mph are increasing in likelihood for the windiest locations (considerably lower for areas along and east of I-25). With a warmer and drier air mass in place, humidity values in the teens look to extend into much of the foothills, and certainly across the lower elevations. Such conditions may be a longer duration than usual, with potential for low humidity to extend into the evening hours prior to the arrival of a front. The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Friday morning through Friday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 215, 216, 241, 243, 245, 246 and 247. * TIMING...From Friday morning through late Friday evening. * WINDS...West 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 80 mph in and near the foothills. West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph for areas roughly along and east of I-25. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 to 15%. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.


SABINE RIVER

Last Updated: December 18, 2025

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


Summary

Total streamflow across the Sabine River was last observed at 3,608 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 7,156 acre-ft of water today; about 109% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,322 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.

River Details

Last Updated 2025-12-18
Discharge Volume 7,156 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 3,608.01 cfs
+38.7 cfs (+1.08%)
Percent of Normal 108.61%
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 3.1 ft 0
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
USGS 08018500
30 cfs 1.43 ft 9.23
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
USGS 08019200
85 cfs 4.89 ft 1.44
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
USGS 08020000
212 cfs 5.76 ft -4.93
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
USGS 08020450
201 cfs 4.77 ft -6.07
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
USGS 08020900
247 cfs 3.94 ft -5.36
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
USGS 08022040
352 cfs 7.81 ft -5.88
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
USGS 08022120
9200 cfs 12.78 ft -11.54
Sabine Rv At Toledo Bd Res Nr Burkeville
USGS 08025360
153 cfs 84.5 ft 0
Sabine Rv Nr Burkeville
USGS 08026000
326 cfs 11.47 ft 4.15
Sabine Rv Nr Bon Wier
USGS 08028500
777 cfs 12.66 ft -6.95
Sabine Rv Nr Ruliff
USGS 08030500
1220 cfs 15.31 ft 12.96
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.