Streamflow discharge was last observed at 306,000 cfs, and a gauge height of 49.25 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 390,700 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is a major source of drinking water and irrigation for the surrounding areas. The river is fed by various tributaries, including the Yazoo River, and is regulated by dams such as the Old River Control Structure. Seasonally, the river experiences high water levels during the spring and early summer due to snowmelt and rainfall, while low water levels occur during the fall and winter. Interesting facts about the river at Vicksburg include its historical significance during the Civil War and its importance as a major transportation route for agricultural goods in the United States.
| Elevation | 65.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, feet | 49.25 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 306000.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 65% |
| Year Over Year Average | 476,500 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 1,920,000 cfs |