Flood Warning Issued for Denton Creek Near Justin in Denton County

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth, TX, has issued a Flood Warning for Denton Creek near Justin. The alert was issued on the evening of February 14 and remains in effect until the morning of February 15.

Affected Areas

This warning specifically affects the following geographic region:

• Denton Creek Near Justin, impacting portions of Denton County, Texas.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected area should adhere to the following safety instructions:

• Do not drive cars through flooded areas. Turn around, don’t drown.
• Exercise extreme caution when walking near riverbanks, as rising water can create unstable conditions.
• Stay informed by monitoring local weather updates and river level reports.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is forecast for the region. According to the latest observations:

• Current Stage: As of 9:00 PM CST Saturday, the river stage was 9.8 feet.
• Flood Stage: The river reaches flood stage at 10.0 feet.
• Forecast: The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this evening, reaching a projected crest of 12.3 feet just after midnight tonight.
• Recession: Water levels are expected to fall below flood stage to approximately 5.0 feet by Sunday afternoon.

Timeline

• Alert Effective: Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 9:20 PM CST
• Expected Duration: The warning is active through Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 10:08 AM CST.