Major Flood
24 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28.38 ft
The bayou is at its highest level recorded.
27.8 ft
This level is similiar to that reached during the late december 1982 flood event.
24.25 ft
This level is similiar to that reached during tropical storm Allison of 1989.
24 ft
Major flood damage along the bayou begins at this level. Highway 1211 and many secondary roads are closed.
22 ft
Water covers highway 1211 upstream of the gage.
21 ft
Moderate flood damage along the bayou begins at this level.
20 ft
Hawks Road near the gauge becomes flooded.
17 ft
Minor flooding of agricultural and forested areas near the bayou will occur.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2016 | 29.01 ft | — |
| May 18, 1953 | 28.38 ft | 64,300 cfs |
| Dec 27, 1982 | 27.8 ft | 58,600 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bayou Anacoco near Rosepine?
The Bayou Anacoco near Rosepine gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08028000) 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 Bayou Anacoco near Rosepine?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bayou Anacoco near Rosepine is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bayou Anacoco rises?
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Where is the Bayou Anacoco near Rosepine gauge located?
The gauge is located in Vernon County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.9528°N, 93.3528°W. USGS site number: 08028000. 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 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.