Is the Flat River flooding?

Louisiana · 3 gauges · Louisiana river levels

The Flat River is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in Louisiana. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Flat River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 3 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Louisiana river levels.

data refreshed 6 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Flat River near Curtis, LA. The highest level ever recorded there was 25.99 ft on 16 October 1981, carrying 1,040 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1980 (18 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.50 ft, 23.5 ft below that record.

gauge elevation 128 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Flat River at Shed Rd. near Bossier City, LANo flood stage defined3.94 ft
Flat River near Curtis, LANo flood stage defined2.50 ft
Flat River at High Island, LANo flood stage defined7.95 ft
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.