Calcasieu River near Glenmora
Louisiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rapides County, Louisiana on the Calcasieu River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 08013000, 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
18 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Flood waters reach the main beam underclearance of the bridge on Hwy 113. Water may also flow over Hwy 113 between the bridge and West River Road. When the river is rising and forecast to reach 22 feet, portions of Highway 121 near Hineston are subject to flooding.
21.55 ft
The river is at its flood of record. Widespread major flooding will occur. West River Road between Highway 112 and Highway 113 will have water over it in a couple of locations.
20 ft
When the river is rising and forecast to reach 20 feet, Highway 112 begins to flood between Strothers Crossing and West River Road.
19 ft
When the river is rising and forecast to reach 19 feet at Glenmora, flooding of several structures near Beechwood Church is possible.
18 ft
Numerous roads near the river are closed, including Highway 112 which is flooded for about 1.5 miles between Highway 121 and Beechwood Church. Major flood damage downstream will occur downstream of the gauge.
16 ft
When the river is rising and forecast to reach 16 feet, portions of Highway 112 between Highway 121 and Beechwood Church is subject to flooding.
15 ft
Flooding of secondary roads near the river and its tributaries begins, including Ashmore Road. Strothers Crossing Road near Calcasieu and Price Crossing Road near Hineston have several feet of water over them and subject to washouts.
14 ft
Some roads upstream from Glenmora, including Strothers Crossing Road near the community of Calcasieu and Price Crossing Road near Hineston have two to three feet of water over the road and are subject to being closed. Flooding of forested areas near the river will also occur.
12 ft
When the river is falling and the gauge reading is forecast to be near 12 feet, flooding of forested areas near the river will occur.
12 ft
When the river is rising and the gauge reading is forecast to reach 12 feet or higher. Roads upstream from Glenmora, including Strothers Crossing Road near the community of Calcasieu and Price Crossing Road near Hineston have water on them and are subject to being closed. Also, flooding of forested areas near the river 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 18, 1953 | 21.55 ft | — |
| May 18, 1953 | 21.55 ft | — |
| May 11, 2016 | 20.46 ft | — |
| Jun 28, 1989 | 20.46 ft | — |
| May 11, 2016 | 20.46 ft | — |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GLML1
River
Calcasieu River
County
Rapides, LA
Coordinates
30.9958°N, 92.6736°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Calcasieu River near Glenmora?
The Calcasieu River near Glenmora gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08013000) 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 near Glenmora?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Calcasieu River near Glenmora is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Calcasieu River rises?
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Where is the Calcasieu River near Glenmora gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rapides County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.9958°N, 92.6736°W. USGS site number: 08013000. 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
- 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.