Major Flood
22 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
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
BUXL1
River
Buxton Creek
County
Calcasieu, LA
Coordinates
30.4231°N, 93.4246°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Buxton Creek at HWY 27 near DeQuincy?
The Buxton Creek at HWY 27 near DeQuincy gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08016910) 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 Buxton Creek at HWY 27 near DeQuincy?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Buxton Creek at HWY 27 near DeQuincy is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Buxton Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Buxton Creek at HWY 27 near DeQuincy to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Buxton Creek at HWY 27 near DeQuincy gauge located?
The gauge is located in Calcasieu County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.4231°N, 93.4246°W. USGS site number: 08016910. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS
- No forecasts are available for this location