Major Flood
14 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
Widespread flooding between St. Martinville and Lafayette with several roads and homes flooded, especially around Cypress Island.
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 17, 2016 | 15 ft | 2,022 cfs |
| Jun 9, 2001 | 12.78 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 18, 2004 | 11.72 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VRLL1
River
Vermilion River
County
Lafayette, LA
Coordinates
30.2195°N, 91.9555°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Vermilion River at Lake Martin Road?
The Vermilion River at Lake Martin Road gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07386850) 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 Vermilion River at Lake Martin Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Vermilion River at Lake Martin Road is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Vermilion River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Vermilion River at Lake Martin 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 Vermilion River at Lake Martin Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lafayette County, Louisiana at coordinates 30.2195°N, 91.9555°W. USGS site number: 07386850. 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 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.