Tickfaw River near Killian
Louisiana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Livingston County, Louisiana on the Tickfaw River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: KILL1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
6 ft
Moderate Flood
5 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
Action Stage
3 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
6.5 ft
Numerous homes will be flooded. Fishing camps will be isolated. Access roads and boat ramps along the river will be under water. Bayous feeding into the river from Springfield to Lake Maurepas will back up with water over most roads south of Louisiana Highway 42.
6 ft
Fishing camps will be isolated. Access roads and boat ramps along the river will be under water. Bayous feeding into the river from Springfield to Lake Maurepas will back up with water over most roads south of Louisiana Highway 42.
5 ft
There will be water over the roads in many places along Louisiana Highway 22 from Warsaw Landing to Killian. The roads will be closed in some sections and water will begin to enter homes.
4 ft
Water will cover low places along Louisiana Highway 22 and rise on camp grounds along the east bank.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2008 | 6.9 ft | — |
| Sep 12, 2008 | 6.9 ft | — |
| Oct 28, 1985 | 6.46 ft | — |
| Oct 28, 1985 | 6.46 ft | — |
| Apr 8, 1983 | 6.19 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
KILL1
River
Tickfaw River
County
Livingston, LA
Coordinates
30.3728°N, 90.5506°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tickfaw River near Killian?
The Tickfaw River near Killian 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 Tickfaw River near Killian?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tickfaw River near Killian is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tickfaw River rises?
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Where is the Tickfaw River near Killian gauge located?
The gauge is located in Livingston County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.3728°N, 90.5506°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.