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Paint Creek Water Level

Live gauge height for Paint Creek, measured at USGS station Red Chute Bayou at Sligo, LA (3.5 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
16.21 ft
Updated 48 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.19 ft
30-day avg: 16.40 ft
Streamflow
15 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 16.1517.57 ft2026-09-01

Paint Creek is currently 0.2 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Paint Creek (2)

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Paint Creek Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Paint Creek today?

The USGS gauge for Paint Creek (Red Chute Bayou at Sligo, LA) currently reads a gauge height of 16.21 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Paint Creek high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Paint Creek is 0.2 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Paint Creek?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Paint Creek, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 07349860. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.