Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 349.31 ft | 1989-05-19 |
| 2 | 349.02 ft | 2014-07-08 |
| 3 | 349.02 ft | 2007-07-08 |
| 4 | 349.02 ft | 2015-07-08 |
| 5 | 347.38 ft | 1994-02-23 |
| 6 | 347.21 ft | 2015-03-12 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Lake Palestine, Neches River
- River level
- 343.01 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 360.00 ft
- Record crest
- 349.31 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS LPTT2
- Record crest
- 349.31 ft
- Crest date
- 1989-05-19
In brief
The Neches River at Lake Palestine, TX read 343.01 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 16.99 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge LPTT2
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 350.00 ft
Expect record lake flooding.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Neches River flooding at Lake Palestine?
No. The Neches River at Lake Palestine is at 343.01 ft, 16.99 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Lake Palestine?
Action stage 360 ft is the first threshold.
What is the highest the Neches River has been at Lake Palestine?
The highest crest on record is 349.31 ft, on 1989-05-19.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge LPTT2); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 08031400). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.