Homochitto River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 4:45 AM, the Homochitto River is flowing at 223 cfs at Rosetta, MS — 76% of normal for the date and up 2% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 40 to 223 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Homochitto 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 Rosetta, the Homochitto River is running 223 cfs — 76% of normal, up 2% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 76% of normal).
How the Homochitto 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
- Eddiceton208 ft 40 cfs77%
- Rosetta99 ft 223 cfs76%
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 Homochitto River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (76%).
Homochitto River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Homochitto River At Eddiceton MS
Oct 2, 4:15 AM · USGS 07291000 |
40 cfs | 77% | +3% | 5.77 ft | · | 208 ft |
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Homochitto River At Rosetta MS
Oct 2, 4:45 AM · USGS 07292500 |
223 cfs | 76% | +2% | 2.65 ft | 16.4 ft below | 99 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 Homochitto River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Homochitto River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
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.
Fishing near the Homochitto River
About the Homochitto River
How is the Homochitto River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Homochitto River is flowing at 223 cfs at Rosetta, MS, about 76% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 40 to 223 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Homochitto River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Homochitto River is at 76% 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 Homochitto River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Rosetta (19.0 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.