RIVER GAUGE · AMITE RIVER
Amite River near Darlington
St. Helena County, Louisiana
Water level-1.11 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action16 ft
Minor flood18 ft
Moderate flood21 ft
Major flood23 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 22.54 ft
Flood of Record occurred on August 12, 2016. At this level, extensive flooding will develop. Several roads, including LA 10, will be inundated.
- 22 ft
The river will be at the underside of the Louisiana Highway 10 bridge threatening the the structure with debris in swift current. Flooding of farmland and woodlands will extend about two miles either side of the main channel. Sand and gravel operations will be inundated. Industrial equipment should be moved to higher ground.
- 18 ft
Sand and gravel operations will be inundated. Industrial equipment should be moved to higher ground.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2016 | 22.54 ft | 116,000 cfs |
| Jan 25, 1990 | 22.05 ft | 104,000 cfs |
| Apr 21, 1977 | 21.76 ft | 76,400 cfs |
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