Brazos River Expected To Reach Record Flood Stage In Texas

Several rivers in Southeastern Texas are experiencing major and even record flooding on roadways and homes after receiving almost 20 inches of rain over the Memorial Day weekend. This morning, the Brazos River at Richmond rose to more than 52 feet and is expected to crest at 53.5 feet by tonight -- more than 3 feet above record flood stage. Two years ago, The Brazos River had run dry in places due to drought, the Associated Press reported. The Brazos River near Rosharon is not yet in a major flooding stage, 51.3 feet, but is expected to reach it by 11 p.m. tonight. The river will continue to rise and crest on Thursday.