Is the Big Sunflower River flooding?
The Big Sunflower River is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in Mississippi. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Big Sunflower River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Big Sunflower River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Mississippi river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sunflower River at Sunflower, MS | No flooding | 2.72 ft | 21 ft | |
| Big Sunflower River near Anguilla, MS | No current data | — | — | — |
| Big Sunflower River at Clarksdale, MS | No flood stage defined | 8.06 ft | — | |
| Big Sunflower River near Merigold, MS | No flood stage defined | 5.63 ft | — |
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.