MISSISSIPPI FLOW REPORT

November 21 2024

Streamflow levels across Mississippi are currently 111.0% of normal, with the Mississippi River At Vicksburg reporting the highest discharge in the state with 487000cfs and gauge stage of 18.8 ft. Meanwhile, the Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 2783.64% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 1710cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam, currently reporting a stage of 63.31ft. The Homochitto River At Rosetta in the Homochitto watershed is surging for this time of year at 6920cfs, about 1301.89% of normal.


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Summary


Mississippi is a state with a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Major surface flows in the state include the Mississippi River, which forms the western border of the state, and its major tributaries, such as the Yazoo River and the Big Black River. There are also several large reservoirs and dams in Mississippi, including the Ross Barnett Reservoir and the Sardis Lake. The state's hydrology is influenced by its topography, which is characterized by low-lying coastal plains in the south and higher elevation regions in the north. Snowpack is generally not a significant factor in Mississippi's hydrology, but heavy rain events and tropical storms can cause flooding in low-lying areas.

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