RIVER GAUGE · MISSISSIPPI RIVER
Mississippi River at Reserve
St. John The Baptist County, Louisiana
Water level3.64 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action21 ft
Minor flood22 ft
Moderate flood24 ft
Major flood26 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 26 ft
Flood of Record occured on June 11, 1929.
- 24 ft
Slow-bell procedures will be enacted for river transportation.
- 22 ft
Marine and industrial interests along the river, upstream barge operators, and facilities are impacted. Navigation will become difficult for smaller river craft. Safety precautions for river traffic are urged.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1929 | 26 ft | — |
| Apr 27, 1945 | 25.9 ft | — |
| Feb 25, 1937 | 25.6 ft | — |
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