Summary
Total streamflow across the
Sabine River
was last observed at
3,569
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
7,080
acre-ft of water today; about 110%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,258 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 | 2025-12-17 |
| Discharge Volume | 7,080 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
3,569.31 cfs
-80.05 cfs (-2.19%) |
| Percent of Normal | 109.57% |
| 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 | 4.66 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
USGS 08018500 |
27 cfs | 1.36 ft | -3.9 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
USGS 08019200 |
84 cfs | 4.88 ft | -10.87 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
USGS 08020000 |
223 cfs | 5.82 ft | -4.7 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
USGS 08020450 |
214 cfs | 4.81 ft | -1.38 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
USGS 08020900 |
261 cfs | 4.04 ft | -6.79 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
USGS 08022040 |
374 cfs | 7.88 ft | 3.6 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
USGS 08022120 |
9200 cfs | 12.79 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 |
313 cfs | 11.42 ft | -2.49 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Nr Bon Wier
USGS 08028500 |
835 cfs | 12.78 ft | -9.83 | |||||
|
Sabine Rv Nr Ruliff
USGS 08030500 |
1080 cfs | 14.89 ft | 4.85 |
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.