Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18.36 ft | 2019-05-08 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Blanco, Blanco River
- River level
- 12.42 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 14.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 18.00 ft
- Record crest
- 18.36 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS BRBT2
- Record crest
- 18.36 ft
- Flood stage
- 18.00 ft
- Moderate flood
- 24.00 ft
- Major flood
- 30.00 ft
- Crest date
- 2019-05-08
In brief
The Blanco River at Blanco, TX read 12.42 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 1.58 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge BRBT2
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 18.00 ft
Picnic tables and parking areas closest to the river begin to experience flooding.
- 21.00 ft
Park Road 23 will be flooded.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Blanco River flooding at Blanco?
No. The Blanco River at Blanco is at 12.42 ft, 1.58 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Blanco?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 14 ft, minor flooding 18 ft, moderate flooding 24 ft and major flooding 30 ft.
What is the highest the Blanco River has been at Blanco?
The highest crest on record is 18.36 ft, on 2019-05-08.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge BRBT2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.