Major Flood
6 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
The river is at its flood of record. Widespread catastrophic flooding will occur.
11.8 ft
Water levels are near those reached during Tropical Storm Allison in 1989. This is the second highest stage on record. Many Road and homes are inundated.
9.4 ft
Water levels are near those reached in november 2002, which is the fourth highest crest on record. Numerous roads, homes and camps near the river are flooded.
9.1 ft
Major flooding can be expected. Water levels are near those reached during the storm surge of Hurricane Ike in 2008. Numerous roads, homes and camps near the river are flooded.
8 ft
Water completely covers Goos Ferry Road all the way to the River Road entrance. Flood water enters lower levels of some elevated homes on Goos Ferry Road. Flooding of White Oak Park occurs.
6 ft
Extensive flooding with water in several homes and camps.
5 ft
Lower end of Pickrel Lane near the river begins to flood. Goos Ferry Road is impassable. Closure of the Calcasieu River to recreational boat traffic is likely from the Saltwater Barrier to the parish line.
4 ft
Goos Ferry Road becomes impassable. Calcasieu River from the Saltwater Barrier to the parish line may be closed to recreational boat traffic.
3 ft
Water over lowest portions of Goos Ferry Road. Cars should be moved to higher ground.
2 ft
Minor flooding of Goos Ferry Road will occur.
1.5 ft
Ponding of water on low spots along Goos Ferry Road will occur.
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 20, 1953 | 14 ft | — |
| Jul 1, 1989 | 11.8 ft | — |
| Aug 9, 1940 | 10.4 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CWOL1
River
Calcasieu River
County
Calcasieu, LA
Coordinates
30.2969°N, 93.1178°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Calcasieu River at White Oak Park?
The Calcasieu River at White Oak Park 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 Calcasieu River at White Oak Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Calcasieu River at White Oak Park is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
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Where is the Calcasieu River at White Oak Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Calcasieu County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.2969°N, 93.1178°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Calcasieu Parish Police Jury
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.