Greenville, TX – Minor flooding continues along key portions of the Sabine River, with water levels rising in both Greenville and Quinlan through early Saturday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, flood warnings remain in effect for the Cowleech Fork Sabine River at Greenville and the South Fork Sabine River near Quinlan. As of 8:45 p.m. Friday, the Cowleech Fork Sabine River measured 16.8 feet—above its 14.0-foot flood stage—and is forecast to crest at 16.9 feet just after midnight before dropping below flood stage late Saturday morning.
Meanwhile, near Quinlan, the South Fork Sabine River is projected to crest at 15.3 feet—slightly above its 15.0-foot flood threshold—also just after midnight. It is expected to recede below flood stage by late Saturday morning.
Flood impacts include moderate out-of-bank flooding and possible closures of rural roads along the river’s path. Residents in Hunt and Rockwall counties are urged to avoid low-lying areas and not to drive through flooded roadways.
Authorities advise residents to use caution near riverbanks and check real-time updates at www.water.noaa.gov/wfo/FWD.
