Can you swim here today?
Amite River
Louisiana · River
Not today — an official hazard warning is active
Avoid todayAs of August 21, 2026, USGS gauge 07377150, 2.7 miles away, reports a gage height of 17.61 ft near Amite River but no water-temperature reading.
Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for East Baton Rouge, LA; East Feliciana, LA; St. Helena, LA.
- A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for East Baton Rouge, LA; East Feliciana, LA; St. Helena, LA. — NWS New Orleans LA
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 07377150, as of Aug 21, 3:00 PM gauge-local time
- A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for East Baton Rouge, LA; East Feliciana, LA; Livingston, LA; Pointe Coupee, LA; St. Helena, LA and other areas. — NWS New Orleans LA
- An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Pointe Coupee; West Feliciana; East Feliciana; St. Helena; Washington; Iberville; West Baton Rouge and other areas. — NWS New Orleans LA
Gage height
17.61 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Louisiana yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Amite River at Grangeville, LA (2.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 3:00 PM gauge-local time.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.