Is the Homochitto River flooding?

Mississippi · 2 gauges · Mississippi river levels

The Homochitto River is tracked by 2 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 Homochitto River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Mississippi river levels.

data refreshed 3 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Homochitto River at Eddiceton, MS. The highest level ever recorded there was 21.06 ft on 13 May 1990, carrying 33,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1939 (87 annual peaks). It is currently at 5.73 ft, 15.3 ft below that record.

Drains 181 sq mi · gauge elevation 212 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Homochitto River at Rosetta, MSNo flooding2.70 ft19 ft
Homochitto River at Eddiceton, MSNo flood stage defined5.73 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.