-56.0 cfs (-10.16%) since yesterday
27.7% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Homochitto River
was last observed at
495
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
982
acre-ft of water today; about 28%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,787 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2013-01-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at
89,430 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Homochitto River At Rosetta
reporting a streamflow rate of 377 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
with a gauge stage of 6.13 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Homochitto River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 208 ft, the
Homochitto River At Eddiceton.
Last Updated
2024-04-26
Streamflow
495.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
27.7%
Maximum
89,430.0 cfs
2013-01-11
About the homochitto river
The Homochitto River is a 138-mile-long river located in southwestern Mississippi. The river was named by the Choctaw Indians, meaning "red river" due to the reddish-brown color of its waters. The Homochitto River has a diverse hydrology system, with both slow and fast-flowing sections, and is home to several species of fish and wildlife. The river has two major reservoirs, the Okhissa Lake and the Bogue Chitto Lake, which are popular recreational spots for fishing and boating. In addition to recreational uses, the Homochitto River is also utilized for agricultural purposes, such as irrigation for crops and livestock. The river has a rich history, having been used by Native Americans and early settlers as a transportation route and later as a source of energy for sawmills and other industries. Today, the Homochitto River remains an important part of the Mississippi landscape and continues to provide valuable resources for the surrounding communities.
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