Red River 6.5 Miles Below the Confluence of the Black
Louisiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Avoyelles County, Louisiana on the Red River 6.5 Miles. Live water level data from USGS gauge 073556009, 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
49 ft
Moderate Flood
46 ft
Minor Flood
43 ft
Action Stage
40 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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
RRWL1
River
Red River 6.5 Miles
County
Avoyelles, LA
Coordinates
31.2194°N, 91.7522°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Red River 6.5 Miles Below the Confluence of the Black?
The Red River 6.5 Miles Below the Confluence of the Black gauge is maintained by USGS (site 073556009) 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 Red River 6.5 Miles Below the Confluence of the Black?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Red River 6.5 Miles Below the Confluence of the Black is 43 feet. Action stage begins at 40 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 46 feet, and major flooding at 49 feet.
How do I get alerts when Red River 6.5 Miles rises?
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Where is the Red River 6.5 Miles Below the Confluence of the Black gauge located?
The gauge is located in Avoyelles County, Louisiana at coordinates 31.2194°N, 91.7522°W. USGS site number: 073556009. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, US Geological Survey