Major Flood
17 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CIBL1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.5 ft
FEMA flood insurance maps indicate that at 17.5 feet, if you are located in the 1% (100 year) flood plain, your property is at a high risk for flooding. A 1 percent flood is a flood that has a one percent or greater chance of occurring in any given year.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2016 | 16.01 ft | — |
| May 3, 2017 | 14.72 ft | — |
| Apr 17, 2015 | 14.58 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CIBL1
River
Indian Bayou
County
Calcasieu, LA
Coordinates
30.3397°N, 93.2544°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Indian Bayou at Coffey Road?
The Indian Bayou at Coffey Road 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 Indian Bayou at Coffey Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Indian Bayou at Coffey Road is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Indian Bayou rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Indian Bayou at Coffey Road 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 Indian Bayou at Coffey Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Calcasieu County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.3397°N, 93.2544°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
- 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.