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Devils River State Natural Area

Del Rio, Texas · Tourist attraction

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

As of October 29, 2026, USGS gauge 08449100, 3.8 miles away, reports a streamflow of 20 ft³/s near Devils River State Natural Area but no water-temperature reading.

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 08449100, as of Oct 29, 4:45 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Oct 29 (median 14 ft³/s over 14 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 4:45 AM gauge-local time
  • No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).
Streamflow
20 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.95 ft
water level

Flow is high for this date — above the 75th percentile for Oct 29 (median 14 ft³/s over 14 years).

Official advisories

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Dolan Ck abv Devils River nr Comstock, TX (3.8 mi away), as of Oct 29, 4:45 AM 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.