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Pascagoula River Flow Today

As of November 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM, the Pascagoula River is flowing at 1,760 cfs at Graham Ferry, MS — 38% of normal for the date and down 22% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 974 to 1,760 cfs. ❤ Favorite

USGS gauges
2 2 reporting · upstream → down
Pascagoula River At Merrill: 37% of normalPascagoula River At Graham Ferry: 38% of normal
Typical gauge
38% of normal for the date
0%normal200%
Biggest flow now
1,760cfs Graham Ferry
Updated
Nov 13, 7:30 AM
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River briefing · Nov 14, 2026

Pascagoula 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 Graham Ferry, the Pascagoula River is running 1,760 cfs — 38% of normal, down 22% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 38% of normal).

In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Graham Ferry (-22%).

Headwaters to mouth

How the Pascagoula 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

  1. Merrill40 ft 974 cfs37%
  2. Graham Ferry6 ft 1,760 cfs38%

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 Pascagoula River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (38%).

Typical gauge 38%
0%50%100% · normal150%200%+
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Pascagoula River flow report

2 gauges
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
Pascagoula River At Merrill MS
Nov 14, 1:15 AM · USGS 02479000
974 cfs 37% -1% 1.90 ft 20.1 ft below 40 ft
Pascagoula River At Graham Ferry MS
Nov 13, 7:30 AM · USGS 02479310
1,760 cfs 38% -22% 2.31 ft 13.7 ft below 6 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.

History

Pascagoula River streamflow over time

Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.

Maximum streamflow by year

About this river

Pascagoula River

The Pascagoula River is a 65-mile-long river located in southeastern Mississippi, United States. The river was first discovered by Europeans in 1540 when the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto arrived in the area. The Pascagoula River is known for its diverse ecosystem and is home to over 300 species of birds, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers. The river also supports recreational activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, and kayaking. The hydrology of the Pascagoula River is heavily influenced by rainfall and the flow of the river is regulated by a number of reservoirs and dams, including the Meridian Dam and the Reservoir Dam. The river is also used for agricultural and industrial purposes, with crops such as soybeans, cotton, and sugarcane being grown along its banks.

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About the Pascagoula River

How is the Pascagoula River flowing right now?

As of November 13, 2026, the Pascagoula River is flowing at 1,760 cfs at Graham Ferry, MS, about 38% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 974 to 1,760 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.

Is the Pascagoula River running high or low?

The typical gauge on the Pascagoula River is at 38% 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 Pascagoula River?

The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Merrill (22.0 ft), Graham Ferry (16.0 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.

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