Pearl River at Jackson, MS
Is Pearl River at Jackson, MS flooding right now?
Pearl River at Jackson, MS measured 3.09 ft on 2026-11-11 14:30:00 UTC. That observation was 24.9 ft below its 28 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
3.09 ft
Streamflow
144 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 28 ft, with major flooding at 36 ft. The highest crest on record was 43.28 ft on Tue, Apr 17, 1979.
Flood forecast
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 24 ft | 20.9 ft below |
| Minor flood | 28 ft | 24.9 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 33 ft | 29.9 ft below |
| Major flood | 36 ft | 32.9 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 43.28 ft | 1979-04-17 |
| 39.58 ft | 1983-05-25 |
| 36.67 ft | 2020-02-17 |
| 36.3 ft | 1880-12-05 |
| 36.3 ft | 1902-03-31 |
Last 7 days
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Town Creek at Jackson, MS | 1.7 mi | Hinds County |
| Lynch Creek at Jackson, MS | 2.1 mi | Hinds County |
| Belhaven Creek at Laurel Street at Jackson, MS | 2.8 mi | Hinds County |
| Belhaven Creek at Riverside Drive at Jackson, MS | 2.9 mi | Hinds County |
| Eubanks Creek at Jackson, MS | 4.1 mi | Hinds County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.