Is the Kisatchie Bayou flooding?
The Kisatchie Bayou is tracked by 2 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 Kisatchie Bayou is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 2 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Kisatchie Bayou at Lotus, LA. The highest level ever recorded there was 18.17 ft on 27 December 1982, carrying 33,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1939 (54 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kisatchie Bayou at Lotus, LA | No current data | — | — | — |
| Kisatchie Bayou at Kisatchie, La. | No flood stage defined | 8.69 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.