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Bastrop Bayou Water Level

Live gauge height for Bastrop Bayou, measured at USGS station Bastrop Bayou at CR 288 nr Lake Jackson, TX (6.1 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
1.32 ft
Updated 15 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.22 ft
30-day avg: 1.54 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-04Range: 1.122.19 ft2026-09-02

Bastrop Bayou is currently 0.2 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Bastrop Bayou (2)

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Bastrop Bayou Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Bastrop Bayou today?

The USGS gauge for Bastrop Bayou (Bastrop Bayou at CR 288 nr Lake Jackson, TX) currently reads a gauge height of 1.32 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Bastrop Bayou high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Bastrop Bayou is 0.2 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Bastrop Bayou?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Bastrop Bayou, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 08078080. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.