+82851.6 cfs (+3.56%) since yesterday
75.41% of Normal
•
20 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Mississippi River
was last observed at
2,411,307
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,782,770
acre-ft of water today; about 75%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,197,566 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-06-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at
7,577,143 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
reporting a streamflow rate of 739,000 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Mississippi River, with a gauge stage of
26.69 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 20 different streamgauging stations along the Mississippi River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,318 ft, the
Mississippi River Near Bemidji.
Last Updated
2024-03-18
Streamflow
2,411,307.1 cfs
Percent of Normal
75.41%
Maximum
7,577,143.0 cfs
2019-06-11
About the mississippi river
The Mississippi River is the fourth-longest river in the world, stretching over 2,300 miles from its source in Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. It has played a significant role in the history and development of the United States, serving as a major transportation route for goods and people. The river's hydrology is influenced by its major tributaries, such as the Missouri and Ohio Rivers, and it has been harnessed for hydroelectric power through the construction of several dams and reservoirs, including the famous Hoover Dam. The river has also been an important source of freshwater for agricultural irrigation and a popular destination for recreational activities such as boating and fishing. However, the river has also faced challenges, including pollution and flooding, which have had significant impacts on the surrounding environment and communities.