TRINITY RIVER

Last Updated: January 12, 2026

Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 19 streamgages of the Trinity River


Summary

Total streamflow across the Trinity River was last observed at 32,437 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 64,338 acre-ft of water today; about 71% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 45,444 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2025-05-09 when daily discharge volume was observed at 336,930 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Trinity R A Hoopa Ca reporting a streamflow rate of 8,880 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga with a gauge stage of 31.87 ft. This river is monitored from 19 different streamgauging stations along the Trinity River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,567 ft, the Trinity R Ab Coffee C Nr Trinity Ctr Ca.

River Details

Last Updated 2026-01-12
Discharge Volume 64,338 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 32,437.0 cfs
-1775.0 cfs (-5.19%)
Percent of Normal 71.38%
Maximum 336,930.0 cfs
2025-05-09
Seasonal Avg cfs
       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Trinity R Ab Coffee C Nr Trinity Ctr Ca
USGS 11523200
512 cfs 4.66 ft -10.8
Trinity R A Lewiston Ca
USGS 11525500
1540 cfs 15.35 ft 0.65
Trinity R Bl Limekiln Gulch Nr Douglas City Ca
USGS 11525655
1660 cfs 6.17 ft -1.78
Trinity R A Douglas City Ca
USGS 11525854
2420 cfs 8.87 ft 21
Trinity R A Junction City Ca
USGS 11526250
2020 cfs 4.28 ft -4.27
Trinity R Ab Nf Trinity R Nr Helena Ca
USGS 11526400
2460 cfs 12.27 ft -6.11
Trinity R Nr Burnt Ranch Ca
USGS 11527000
3660 cfs 7.65 ft -6.63
Trinity Rv Bl Dallas
USGS 08057410
581 cfs 1.29 ft -16.28
Trinity Rv At Dallas
USGS 08057000
396 cfs 11.89 ft -11.01
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
USGS 08062500
731 cfs 3.18 ft -24.64
Trinity R A Hoopa Ca
USGS 11530000
8880 cfs 17.81 ft -8.74
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
USGS 08062575
963 cfs 15.17 ft -22.34
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
USGS 08062700
1070 cfs 8.98 ft 18.63
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
USGS 08064570
1010 cfs 31.87 ft 29.16
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
USGS 08065000
1030 cfs 4.73 ft -0.96
Trinity Rv Nr Crockett
USGS 08065350
1630 cfs 6.88 ft -2.4
Trinity Rv Nr Goodrich
USGS 08066250
1570 cfs 4.83 ft 0
Trinity Rv At Romayor
USGS 08066500
1740 cfs 10.92 ft -0.57
Trinity Rv At Liberty
USGS 08067000
1380 cfs 6.72 ft -2.82
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

The river was first explored by the Spanish in the 16th century and has played a significant role in the state's history, serving as a transportation route for early settlers and a source of water for agriculture and industry. The river supports several reservoirs and dams, including the Trinity River Authority's Lake Livingston Dam and the US Army Corps of Engineers' Lake Lewisville and Lake Ray Roberts. These reservoirs provide flood control, water storage, and recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The Trinity River is also used for irrigation and supports agricultural activities in the surrounding areas.