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River stage

Bear Creek (Barker, TX)

River level
96.89 ft
Status
Below flood stage

Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS

Gauges reporting
1 of 1
Above flood stage
0
Above action stage
0
Overall
Below flood stage
Publisher
NWS · USGS

In brief

On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the Bear Creek (Barker, TX) reported, and none was above flood stage.

Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges

Bear Creek level at Barker

The Bear Creek is measured in one place, at Barker, TX. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.

LocationState Level Flood stage Status
Barker TX 96.89 ft 111.00 ft normal, falling

Recent levels on the Bear Creek

The chart covers the last 122 days of readings at Barker, TX.

Full history for Barker →

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Bear Creek flooding right now?

No. The Bear Creek is below flood stage at Barker, TX, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.

How high is the Bear Creek?

The Bear Creek is at 96.89 ft at Barker, TX, the only gauge on the river.

Where is the Bear Creek measured?

The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the Bear Creek, at Barker, TX.

What does flood stage mean?

Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the Bear Creek it is set for the gauge at Barker, TX, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.

River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.