Boeuf River near Fort Necessity
Louisiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Franklin County, Louisiana on the Boeuf River. 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: NECL1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
60 ft
Moderate Flood
55 ft
Minor Flood
50 ft
Action Stage
49 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
60 ft
Extensive flooding of farm and agricultural lands are occurring. Thousands of acres are underwater.
55 ft
Several thousand acres of farm and agricultural land are inundated.
50 ft
Widespread flooding of farm and agricultural land is occurring along and near the river.
40 ft
Minor overbank flooding is occurring 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 18, 1991 | 62.55 ft | — |
| May 18, 1991 | 62.55 ft | — |
| Feb 14, 1994 | 62.26 ft | — |
| Feb 14, 1994 | 62.26 ft | — |
| May 12, 1973 | 61.6 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
NECL1
River
Boeuf River
County
Franklin, LA
Coordinates
32.0708°N, 91.9281°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Boeuf River near Fort Necessity?
The Boeuf River near Fort Necessity 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 Boeuf River near Fort Necessity?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Boeuf River near Fort Necessity is 50 feet. Action stage begins at 49 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 55 feet, and major flooding at 60 feet.
How do I get alerts when Boeuf River rises?
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Where is the Boeuf River near Fort Necessity gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Louisiana at coordinates 32.0708°N, 91.9281°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.