Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25.84 ft
Flood of Record occurred on August 12, 2016. The roadway at the center span of the Highway 16 bridge will be under water and the bridge closed. Highway 16 and Highway 43 will likely be closed. Secondary roads within a mile of the river will be under water and closed to traffic.
20 ft
At 20 feet water will reach the undercarriage of the Highway 16 bridge. Approaches to the bridge will be under water. Highway 16 will likely be closed. Secondary roads within a mile of the river will be under water and closed to traffic.
18 ft
The river channel will expand to about one half mile wide for several miles downstream from Montpelier. Secondary roads west of Louisiana Highway 43 will be under water and likely to be closed to traffic. Woodlands and farmland near the river will remain inundated.
15 ft
Woodlands and farmland near the river will be inundated. Livestock and farm equipment should be moved to higher ground.
13 ft
The low banks will overflow threatening commercial interests near the river with flooding.
12.5 ft
Forestry and sand and gravel operations will be curtailed.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2016 | 25.84 ft | 120,000 cfs |
| May 22, 1974 | 22.31 ft | 28,400 cfs |
| Apr 6, 1983 | 22.1 ft | 27,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MONL1
River
Tickfaw River
County
St. Helena, LA
Coordinates
30.6861°N, 90.6431°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tickfaw River at Montpelier?
The Tickfaw River at Montpelier gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07375960) 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 Tickfaw River at Montpelier?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tickfaw River at Montpelier is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tickfaw River rises?
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Where is the Tickfaw River at Montpelier gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Helena County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.6861°N, 90.6431°W. USGS site number: 07375960. 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 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.