Amite River Flow Today
As of October 6, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the Amite River is flowing at 493 cfs near Denham Springs, LA — 122% of normal for the date and up 74% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 308 to 493 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Amite River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Denham Springs, the Amite River is running 493 cfs — 122% of normal, up 74% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 123% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Denham Springs (+74%).
How the Amite River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Darlington149 ft 308 cfs124%
- Denham Springs25 ft 493 cfs122%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Amite River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (123%).
Amite River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Amite River Near Darlington LA
Oct 6, 2:15 AM · USGS 07377000 |
308 cfs | 124% | +8% | -1.06 ft | 19.1 ft below | 149 ft |
|
Amite River Near Denham Springs LA
Oct 6, 2:15 AM · USGS 07378500 |
493 cfs | 122% | +74% | 10.30 ft | 18.7 ft below | 25 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Amite River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Amite River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
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.
About the Amite River
How is the Amite River flowing right now?
As of October 6, 2026, the Amite River is flowing at 493 cfs near Denham Springs, LA, about 122% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 308 to 493 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Amite River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Amite River is at 123% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Amite River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Darlington (18.0 ft), Denham Springs (29.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.