Bayou Macon near Como
Louisiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Franklin County, Louisiana on the Bayou Macon. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: COGL1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
75 ft
Moderate Flood
70 ft
Minor Flood
62 ft
Action Stage
61 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
75 ft
Major flooding of farm and agricultural land is occurring. Hundreds of thousands acres of land are underwater.
70 ft
Extensive flooding of farm and agricultural land is occurring.
65 ft
Widespread flooding of farm and agricultural land is occurring. Several thousand acres are inundated.
62 ft
Minor overbank flooding is occurring along and near the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2008 | 64.48 ft | 11,705 cfs |
| Sep 5, 2008 | 64.48 ft | 11,705 cfs |
| Feb 20, 2020 | 63.75 ft | — |
| Feb 20, 2020 | 63.75 ft | — |
| Apr 1, 2016 | 63.39 ft | 10,920 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
COGL1
River
Bayou Macon
County
Franklin, LA
Coordinates
32.0928°N, 91.5925°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bayou Macon near Como?
The Bayou Macon near Como gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Macon near Como?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bayou Macon near Como is 62 feet. Action stage begins at 61 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 70 feet, and major flooding at 75 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bayou Macon rises?
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Where is the Bayou Macon near Como gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Louisiana at coordinates 32.0928°N, 91.5925°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.