Packery Channel, TX - Station ID: 8775792
| Established: | Nov 30, 1988 |
| Time Meridian: | 0° E |
| Present Installation: | Feb 27, 1990 |
| Date Removed: | N/A |
| Water Level Max (ref MHHW): | 4.61 ft. Aug 26, 2017 |
| Water Level Min (ref MLLW): | -1.39 ft. Dec 28, 1989 |
| Mean Range: | 0.37 ft. |
| Diurnal Range: | 0.37 ft. |
| Latitude | 27° 38' N |
| Longitude | 97° 14.2' W |
| NOAA Chart#: | 11309 |
| Met Site Elevation: | 4.5 ft. above MSL |
Sensor Information
| Sensor | Sensor ID | DCP# | Sensor Height | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | C1 | 1 | 21.0 ft. above site Elevation | Enabled |
| Air Temperature | D1 | 1 | 16.1 ft. above site Elevation | Enabled |
| Water Temperature | E1 | 1 | 2.9 ft. below MLLW | Enabled |
| Barometric Pressure | F1 | 1 | 18.6 ft. above MSL | Enabled |
| Tsunami WL | U1 | 1 | N/A | Enabled |
| Microwave WL | Y1 | 1 | N/A | Enabled |
NOTICE: These raw data are derived from the Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network (TCOON), a state-wide coastal observing system.
How to reach: To reach the tidal bench marks from the intersection of State Highway 358 (South Padre Island Drive) and State Highway 286 in Corpus Christi, proceed SE on State Highway 358 for 16 km (10 mi) to a 'Y' intersection, then turn to the right at the 'Y' on Park Road 22, proceed SE for 6.9 km (4.3 mi) across the Intracoastal Waterway on the John F. Kennedy (JFK) Causeway, then turn right under the bridge on to the north access road to Coastway Bait & Tackle Shop. The bench marks are located under the JFK Causeway and near Coastway Bait & Tackle Shop. The tide gauge was located on the east side of the Coastway Bait & Tackle Shop, adjacent to boat ramp.