Major Flood
15 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21.5 ft
Flood of Record occurred around August 14, 2016. At this level, most homes and buildings will be flooded across the area. Backwater flooding will inundate LA Hwy 42 and other roads. Flood level estimated.
16 ft
Homes along Highland Road and Burbank Drive will be flooded. Both streets will be impassable. Major roads will be impassable. Access to property along the river is cut off. Homes along Kendalwood Road that are not elevated will be flooded. Extensive backwater flooding will occur along Bayou Fountain and Bayou Manchac.
15 ft
Major roads will be impassable. Access to property along the river is cut off. Homes along Kendalwood Road that are not elevated will be flooded. Extensive backwater flooding will occur along Bayou Fountain and Bayou Manchac.
14 ft
Backwater flooding along Bayou Manchac and Bayou Fountain will flood Highland Road and Burbank Drive in places. Many homes will be threatened along the bayous from their Amite River outlets upstream to the LSU campus. Kendalwood Road and adjacent property will be inundated. Amite River Road and Horseshoe Drive will remain impassable.
12 ft
Kendalwood Road and adjacent property will be inundated. Backwater may flood Bayou Fountain and flood some homes on Burbank Drive. Most secondary roads will be moderately flooded. Amite River Road and Horseshoe Drive will be impassable. A few homes on Horseshoe Drive will flood.
10 ft
Amite River Road and Horseshoe Drive will be impassable. A few homes on Horseshoe Drive will flood. Water will be approaching Kendalwood Road and access to property will be threatened.
9 ft
The river will begin to flood property along Bayou Manchac and the Amite River. Amite River Road and Horseshoe Drive will be flooded.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2016 | 21.5 ft | — |
| Apr 7, 1983 | 18.85 ft | — |
| Jun 10, 2001 | 17.5 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BYML1
River
Amite River
County
East Baton Rouge, LA
Coordinates
30.3478°N, 90.8969°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Amite River at Bayou Manchac Point?
The Amite River at Bayou Manchac Point gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Amite River at Bayou Manchac Point?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Amite River at Bayou Manchac Point is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Amite River rises?
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Where is the Amite River at Bayou Manchac Point gauge located?
The gauge is located in East Baton Rouge County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.3478°N, 90.8969°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Gauge readings not routinely updated during non-flooding situations.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.