River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS LUSM7
In brief
The Mississippi River at Louisiana, MO read 12.39 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 0.61 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge LUSM7
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28.40 ft | 1993-07-28 |
| 2 | 27.72 ft | 2019-06-02 |
| 3 | 27.05 ft | 1973-04-24 |
| 4 | 26.96 ft | 2008-06-23 |
| 5 | 24.99 ft | 2013-04-22 |
| 6 | 24.43 ft | 2001-05-16 |
| 7 | 24.33 ft | 2014-07-08 |
| 8 | 22.79 ft | 2018-10-13 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
For safe navigation of barge traffic, the Corps will try to keep the river above this level. Year-round target levels are between 11.5 and 12.2 feet.
For barge navigation, the Corps will attempt to keep the river at or below this level. Year-round target levels are between 11.5 and 12.2 feet.
The first quarter mile of Edison Avenue beyond the railroad tracks begins flooding near this height.
The parking area at the boat house floods.
Maryland Street at 4th Street by the Town Branch bridge begins flooding near this height.
Entrance to Noix Creek Campground begins flooding.
Illinois Street between Main and Highway 79 begin flooding.
Near this height, the railroad bridge below the mouth of Noix Creek is closed. Above this height, the bridge is unable to open to vessel traffic.
Highway 79 begins flooding near 3rd Street on the south side of Louisiana.
Highway 79 near Alabama Street at Gladney's car lot is closed.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
At this level: For barge navigation, the Corps will attempt to keep the river at or below this level. Year-round target levels are between 11.5 and 12.2 feet.
No. The Mississippi River at Louisiana is at 12.39 ft, 0.61 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 13 ft, minor flooding 15 ft, moderate flooding 20 ft and major flooding 25 ft.
The highest crest on record is 28.4 ft, on 1993-07-28.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge LUSM7). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.