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Phelps Creek

Texas · River

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

As of August 22, 2026, USGS gauge 08067555, 8.7 miles away, reports a streamflow of 1 ft³/s near Phelps Creek but no water-temperature reading.

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 08067555, as of Aug 22, 3:00 PM gauge-local time
  • A Heat Advisory is in effect for Houston; Trinity; Madison; Walker; San Jacinto; Polk; Burleson; Brazos; Washington; Grimes; Montgomery and other areas. NWS Houston/Galveston TX
  • No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).
Streamflow
1 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
227.34 ft
water level

Official advisories

Checked against Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) — no advisory posted.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge East Sandy Ck at FM 1374 nr New Waverly, TX (8.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:00 PM gauge-local time.

Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.

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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.