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Salado River Water Level

Live gauge height for Salado River, measured at USGS station Salado Ck at Loop 13, San Antonio, TX (3.8 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
5.15 ft
Updated 26 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.17 ft
30-day avg: 5.32 ft
Streamflow
10 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 5.176.46 ft2026-09-01

Salado River 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 Salado River (16)

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Salado River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Salado River today?

The USGS gauge for Salado River (Salado Ck at Loop 13, San Antonio, TX) currently reads a gauge height of 5.15 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Salado River high or low right now?

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

Where can I launch a boat on Salado River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 16 boat ramps on Salado River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 08178800. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.