Major Flood
44 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
40 ft
Minor Flood
35 ft
Action Stage
34 ft
What Floods at Each Level
46.47 ft
Flood of Record occurred on April 14, 1955. At this level, widespread flooding will occur over the area.
44 ft
Widespread flooding will occur with many roads, including Hwy 63 and Hwy 37, impacted. A few homes and buildings will be flooded.
38 ft
Highway 63 and Highway 37 will be impacted with some difficulties for travel.
35 ft
Agriculture, timber, and sand and gravel operations will be curtailed as land in the flood plain is inundated.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 1955 | 46.47 ft | 63,800 cfs |
| Oct 5, 1964 | 45.02 ft | — |
| Mar 17, 1961 | 44.64 ft | 44,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GVLL1
River
Amite River
County
St. Helena, LA
Coordinates
30.7361°N, 90.8417°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Amite River at Grangeville?
The Amite River at Grangeville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07377150) 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 Grangeville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Amite River at Grangeville is 35 feet. Action stage begins at 34 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 40 feet, and major flooding at 44 feet.
How do I get alerts when Amite River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Amite River at Grangeville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Amite River at Grangeville gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Helena County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.7361°N, 90.8417°W. USGS site number: 07377150. 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