LOUISIANA FLOW REPORT

Last Updated: May 9, 2026

Streamflow levels across Louisiana are currently 72.0% of normal, with the Mississippi River At Baton Rouge reporting the highest discharge in the state with 582000cfs and gauge stage of 23.76 ft. Meanwhile, the Bayou Des Cannes Nr Eunice is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 3450.0% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 1420cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Mississippi River At Baton Rouge, currently reporting a stage of 23.76ft. The Bayou Des Glaises Diversion Ch. At Moreauville in the Bayou Teche watershed is surging for this time of year at 1020cfs, about 58.71% of normal.




       

Weather Warnings

May 9 2026

Residents of Louisiana should exercise caution as multiple flood warnings are in effect across the state. The National Weather Service has issued alerts for the Bogue Chitto River near Bush, where minor flooding is expected until May 13, and for the Pearl River near Bogalusa, with forecasts of rising waters threatening homes along the left bank. Additionally, a flash flood warning is affecting areas in and around Baton Rouge due to heavy rainfall. Those in impacted regions, including St. Tammany, Washington, and East Baton Rouge Parishes, should remain vigilant and avoid low-lying areas prone to flooding.