Major Flood
25 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Barnes Creek at Topsy Bel Road?
The Barnes Creek at Topsy Bel Road gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08015620) 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 Barnes Creek at Topsy Bel Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Barnes Creek at Topsy Bel Road is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Barnes Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Barnes Creek at Topsy Bel Road 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 Barnes Creek at Topsy Bel Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Allen County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.4676°N, 93.0941°W. USGS site number: 08015620. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey