Bayou Queue De Tortue at Riceville
Louisiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Acadia County, Louisiana on the Bayou Queue De Tortue. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08012300, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
15 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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
USGS Site
NWS LID
BQTL1
River
Bayou Queue De Tortue
County
Acadia, LA
Coordinates
30.0815°N, 92.5065°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bayou Queue De Tortue at Riceville?
The Bayou Queue De Tortue at Riceville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08012300) 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 Queue De Tortue at Riceville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bayou Queue De Tortue at Riceville is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bayou Queue De Tortue rises?
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Where is the Bayou Queue De Tortue at Riceville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Acadia County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.0815°N, 92.5065°W. USGS site number: 08012300. 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