Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2016 | 13.75 ft | 7,129 cfs |
| Sep 23, 2005 | 13.22 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Sep 13, 2008 | 12.16 ft | 6,875 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VRPL1
River
Vermilion River
County
Vermilion, LA
Coordinates
29.9517°N, 92.1564°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Vermilion River at Perry?
The Vermilion River at Perry gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07386980) 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 Perry?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Vermilion River at Perry is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 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 Perry 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 Perry gauge located?
The gauge is located in Vermilion County, Louisiana at coordinates 29.9517°N, 92.1564°W. USGS site number: 07386980. 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.