River stage
Drainage Structure, Bayou Courtableau
- River level
- 17.83 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 18.50 ft
- Flood stage
- 19.00 ft
- Record crest
- 20.60 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS BCCL1
- Record crest
- 20.60 ft
- Flood stage
- 19.00 ft
- Moderate flood
- 20.00 ft
- Crest date
- 1974-02-07
In brief
The Bayou Courtableau at Drainage Structure, LA read 17.83 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 0.67 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge BCCL1
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20.60 ft | 1974-02-07 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bayou Courtableau flooding at Drainage Structure?
No. The Bayou Courtableau at Drainage Structure is at 17.83 ft, 0.67 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Drainage Structure?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 18.5 ft, minor flooding 19 ft and moderate flooding 20 ft.
What is the highest the Bayou Courtableau has been at Drainage Structure?
The highest crest on record is 20.6 ft, on 1974-02-07.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge BCCL1). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.