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SwedenAmite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas water level
River gauge, Amite River, Louisiana, United States
Right now
High for late October
Water level
History
What this means
The gauge at Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas shows 2.78 ft, above normal for late October.
That puts it 0.59 ft above the median of 2.20 ft for late October, based on 24 years of readings. It is 1.22 ft below the flood stage of 4.00 ft.
The level is falling, down 0.13 ft over the past 24 hours. Over the past 30 days it has moved between 2.04 ft and 3.08 ft.
That stands out in fall, when many rivers are usually near their lowest.
Compared with 24 years of daily readings for this time of year. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Median for this date
- 2.20 ft0.59 ft above the median for this date
- Normal for this date
- 1.46 ft – 3.23 ft8 years in 10 fall in this range (24 years of records)
- Highest on record
- 7.48 ftAugust 30, 2012
What the stage means on the water
Fast, high water is not the time for casual paddling. Strainers, debris and cold water make an unplanned swim dangerous.
The National Weather Service puts flood stage for this gauge at 4.00 ft, still 1.22 ft away.
What happens at each level
- 8.00 ft
- Surrounding communities are flooded and inaccessible by automobile. Most areas south of Interstate 12 would be inumdated. Significant flooding will develop along Interstate 10.
- 7.48 ft
- Flood of Record occurred on August 30, 2012. Widespread inundation will occur. Numerous roads will be closed and evacuations will be necessary.
- 7.00 ft
- Widespread inundation will occur. Numerous roads will be closed. Evacuations will become necessary.
- 6.00 ft
- Homes and businesses will be flooded in the Chinquapin area near Maurepas. Numerous roads will be closed including Louisiana Highway 22 between Killian and Maurepas.
- 5.00 ft
- Water will begin entering homes and numerous roads will be flooded and impassable. Waterways will be closed at most locations.
- 4.00 ft
- Low-lying roads near Lake Maurepas will begin to flood. Louisiana Trace will have standing water in some places. Several roads between Killian and Maurepas will be impacted.
- 2.78 ft
- Right now
Impact statements from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7.48 ft | August 30, 2012 |
| 2 | 7.20 ft | August 29, 2021 |
| 3 | 6.29 ft | September 13, 2008 |
| 4 | 6.18 ft | May 21, 2021 |
| 5 | 5.79 ft | September 4, 2011 |
| 6 | 5.74 ft | September 24, 2005 |
| 7 | 5.74 ft | September 25, 2005 |
| 8 | 5.40 ft | September 26, 2002 |
| 9 | 5.37 ft | September 12, 1998 |
| 10 | 5.29 ft | September 22, 2020 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on the Amite River
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amite River near DarlingtonRiver gauge, Amite River | −1.34 ft | Very low | ±0 | 43 mi |
| Amite River at GrangevilleRiver gauge, Amite River | 17.57 ft | Normal | +0.03 ft | 33 mi |
| Amite River at MagnoliaRiver gauge, Amite River | 26.92 ft | Normal | ±0 | 27 mi |
| Amite River near Denham SpringsRiver gauge, Amite River | 9.66 ft | Low | ±0 | 25 mi |
| Amite River at Port VincentRiver gauge, Amite River | 2.75 ft | Very high | −0.09 ft | 15 mi |
| Amite River near French SettlementRiver gauge, Amite River | 2.11 ft | High | −0.09 ft | 10 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New River Canal near SorrentoRiver gauge, New River Canal | 2.07 ft | High | −0.07 ft | 13 mi |
| Natalbany River at BaptistRiver gauge, Natalbany River | 3.72 ft | Normal | −0.01 ft | 14 mi |
| Tickfaw River at HoldenRiver gauge, Tickfaw River | 0.55 ft | Normal | +0.02 ft | 14 mi |
| Henderson Bayou Pump Station near Port VincentRiver gauge, Henderson Bayou Pump Station | 1.41 ft | Normal | −0.08 ft | 15 mi |
| Black Bayou E of GonzalesRiver gauge | 1.98 ft | High | −0.04 ft | 16 mi |
| Henderson Bayou near Port VincentRiver gauge, Henderson Bayou | 1.98 ft | High | −0.08 ft | 16 mi |
| Bayou Conway near SorrentoRiver gauge, Bayou Conway | 1.92 ft | Normal | ±0 | 18 mi |
| Bayou Francois at Hwy 61 Near GonzalesRiver gauge, Bayou Francois | 1.86 ft | High | −0.05 ft | 18 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for the Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas?
The official flood stage is 4.00 ft. The level is currently 1.22 ft below it.
What is a normal level for the Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas in late October?
The median for late October is 2.20 ft. In 8 years out of 10 the reading falls between 1.46 ft and 3.23 ft, based on 24 years of records.
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas today?
On Oct 21, 2026, 03:00 AM CDT, the water level was 2.78 ft. Down 0.13 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas rising or falling?
Down 0.13 ft over the last 24 hours. Up 0.17 ft over the last 7 days.
Is the level of Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas normal?
High for late October. Compared with 24 years of daily readings for this time of year.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas?
The highest level on record is 7.48 ft on August 30, 2012.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:07380215(Agency page)- Coordinates
30.30769, -90.60872(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 2.78 ft | 2026-10-21 08:00 | Provisional |
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U.S. Geological Survey: Amite River at Hwy 22 near Maurepas (usgs:07380215). Accessed October 21, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/louisiana/amite-river-at-hwy-22-near-maurepas
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