Major Flood
7 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
5 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
Surrounding communities are flooded and inaccessible by automobile. Most areas south of Interstate 12 would be inumdated. Significant flooding will develop along Interstate 10.
7.48 ft
Flood of Record occurred on August 30, 2012. Widespread inundation will occur. Numerous roads will be closed and evacuations will be necessary.
7 ft
Widespread inundation will occur. Numerous roads will be closed. Evacuations will become necessary.
6 ft
Homes and businesses will be flooded in the Chinquapin area near Maurepas. Numerous roads will be closed including Louisiana Highway 22 between Killian and Maurepas.
5 ft
Water will begin entering homes and numerous roads will be flooded and impassable. Waterways will be closed at most locations.
4 ft
Low-lying roads near Lake Maurepas will begin to flood. Louisiana Trace will have standing water in some places. Several roads between Killian and Maurepas will be impacted.
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 29, 2012 | 7.48 ft | — |
| Aug 28, 2021 | 7.2 ft | — |
| Sep 12, 2008 | 6.29 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MAUL1
River
Amite River
County
Livingston, LA
Coordinates
30.3092°N, 90.6103°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas?
The Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07380215) 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 Hwy 22 near Maurepas?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas is 4 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5 feet, and major flooding at 7 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 Hwy 22 near Maurepas 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 Hwy 22 near Maurepas gauge located?
The gauge is located in Livingston County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.3092°N, 90.6103°W. USGS site number: 07380215. 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