Skip to main content

Nueces River Water Level

Live gauge height for Nueces River, measured at USGS station Frio Rv nr Derby, TX (10.3 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
-0.39 ft
Updated 32 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.60 ft
30-day avg: 0.21 ft
Streamflow
0 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: -0.330.85 ft2026-09-01

Nueces River is currently 0.6 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 Nueces River (23)

See all Nueces River boat ramps →

Nueces River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Nueces River today?

The USGS gauge for Nueces River (Frio Rv nr Derby, TX) currently reads a gauge height of -0.39 feet, 0.6 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Nueces River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Nueces River is 0.6 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Nueces River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 23 boat ramps on Nueces River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 08205500. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.