Major Flood
39 ft
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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
35 ft
Minor Flood
29 ft
Action Stage
26 ft
What Floods at Each Level
46.2 ft
Flood of Record on August 14, 2016. At this level, widespread flooding will occur with most roads, including Interstate 12 and LA Hwy 190, inundated. Approximately 90 percent of the homes will be flooded, along with businesses and other buildings.
41.5 ft
Widespread flooding of the area between Range Avenue in Denham Springs, west to Airline Highway in Baton Rouge, is expected. Significant flood reached this level in April 1983.
39 ft
Widespread major flooding can be expected in subdivisions along Tiger Bend Road, Antioch Road, Eliot Road, and in Woodcrest and Stevendale Estates in Old Jefferson.
38.2 ft
Tropical Storm Allison - June 2001
35 ft
There will be moderate flooding of areas around Clay Cut Bayou, Jones Creek, and Honey Cut Bayou. In Denham Springs the area west of Florida Avenue will be subject to flooding.
30 ft
Flooding will begin in the westernmost parts of Denham Springs. River Road at the foot of Benton Lane will flood.
29 ft
Flooding will begin in the westernmost parts of Denham Springs.
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 14, 2016 | 46.2 ft | — |
| Apr 7, 1983 | 41.5 ft | 112,000 cfs |
| Apr 23, 1977 | 41.08 ft | 110,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DENL1
River
Amite River
County
East Baton Rouge, LA
Coordinates
30.4639°N, 90.9903°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Amite River at Denham Springs?
The Amite River at Denham Springs gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07378500) 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 Denham Springs?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Amite River at Denham Springs is 29 feet. Action stage begins at 26 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 35 feet, and major flooding at 39 feet.
How do I get alerts when Amite River rises?
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Where is the Amite River at Denham Springs gauge located?
The gauge is located in East Baton Rouge County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.4639°N, 90.9903°W. USGS site number: 07378500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- 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.