Major Flood
198 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
192 ft
Minor Flood
172 ft
Action Stage
171.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
195 ft
Lowland flooding will be rather severe and widespread. Several secondary roadways will be completely flooded and travel will be difficult by wheeled vehicles.
192 ft
Expect rather widespread lowland flooding. Boats should be secured and moved away from the lake. Several secondary roadways will be flooded and closed.
172 ft
Expect bankfull conditions on Red Chute Bayou.
170 ft
Expect minor lowland flooding along the lake. Red Chute Bayou below the lake will be at bankfull. Some secondary roadways may suffer flooding.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2009 | 200.27 ft | — |
| Mar 17, 2001 | 197.4 ft | — |
| May 10, 1958 | 196.67 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bayou Bodcau at Bayou Bodcau Lake?
The Bayou Bodcau at Bayou Bodcau Lake gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07349650) 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 Bodcau at Bayou Bodcau Lake?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bayou Bodcau at Bayou Bodcau Lake is 172 feet. Action stage begins at 171.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 192 feet, and major flooding at 198 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bayou Bodcau rises?
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Where is the Bayou Bodcau at Bayou Bodcau Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bossier County, Louisiana at coordinates 32.7024°N, 93.5105°W. USGS site number: 07349650. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Red River at Coushatta
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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 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.