Is the Mermentau River flooding?

Louisiana · 2 gauges · Louisiana river levels

The Mermentau River 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 Mermentau River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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.

data refreshed 8 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 Mermentau River At Mermentau, LA. The highest level ever recorded there was 10.68 ft on 18 August 2016, carrying 40,400 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1940 (81 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.04 ft, 8.6 ft below that record.

Drains 1,381 sq mi · gauge elevation -1 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Mermentau River At Mermentau, LANo flooding2.04 ft4 ft
Mermentau River @ Lake Arthur, LANo flood stage defined22.36 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.