Bogue Chitto River Flow Today
As of October 7, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the Bogue Chitto River is flowing at 801 cfs near Bush, LA — 98% of normal for the date and up 17% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Bogue Chitto River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Bush, the Bogue Chitto River is running 801 cfs — 98% of normal, up 17% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 98% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Bush (+17%).
How the Bogue Chitto River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Bush50 ft 801 cfs98%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Bogue Chitto River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (98%).
Bogue Chitto River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bogue Chitto River Near Bush LA
Oct 7, 2:15 AM · USGS 02492000 |
801 cfs | 98% | +17% | 3.31 ft | 7.7 ft below | 50 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Bogue Chitto River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Bogue Chitto River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Bogue Chitto River
The Bogue Chitto River is a 65-mile-long river that flows through Mississippi and Louisiana. The river has a rich history, as it was used for transportation by Native Americans and later by European settlers. The river's hydrology is highly influenced by rainfall, with peak flow occurring in the winter and spring months. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Holmesville Dam and the Enon Bridge Dam. These structures assist in flood control and provide water for irrigation and drinking. Recreational activities on the Bogue Chitto River include fishing, swimming, and canoeing. The river also supports agricultural uses, as it provides water for farming and ranching operations in the surrounding areas.
Fishing near the Bogue Chitto River
About the Bogue Chitto River
How is the Bogue Chitto River flowing right now?
As of October 7, 2026, the Bogue Chitto River is flowing at 801 cfs near Bush, LA, about 98% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Bogue Chitto River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Bogue Chitto River is at 98% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Bogue Chitto River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Bush (11.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.