-1090.0 cfs (-9.63%) since yesterday
318.56% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Amite River
was last observed at
10,230
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
20,291
acre-ft of water today; about 319%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,211 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2016-08-13 when daily discharge volume was observed at
110,000 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Amite River Near Denham Springs
reporting a streamflow rate of 6,370 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Amite River, with a gauge stage of
22.12 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Amite River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 149 ft, the
Amite River Near Darlington.
Last Updated
2024-05-16
Streamflow
10,230.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
318.56%
Maximum
110,000.0 cfs
2016-08-13
About the amite river
The Amite River is a 117-mile-long river that flows through Louisiana and Mississippi. It has a rich history, being home to Native American tribes and playing a key role in the Civil War. The river is fed by several tributaries and has a drainage basin of approximately 4,000 square miles. It is used for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming, and is also important for agriculture, providing water for irrigation. The river is home to several reservoirs including the Bayou Manchac, Lac des Allemands, and the Amite River Diversion Canal. The Comite River Diversion Canal and the Amite River Lock are two important structures that help control the flow of the river and prevent flooding. Overall, the Amite River is an important natural resource for the region, providing water for both human and ecological needs.
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