Pearl River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Pearl River Levels

October 11 2024

10,314 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-128.7 cfs (-2.42%) since yesterday
68.46% of normal Low

Total streamflow across the Pearl River was last observed at 5,200 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 10,314 acre-ft of water today; about 68% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 7,595 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2020-02-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at 382,590 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Pearl River Near Bogalusa reporting a streamflow rate of 1,950 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Pearl River, with a gauge stage of 6.86 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 9 different streamgauging stations along the Pearl River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 382 ft, the Pearl River At Burnside.

Last Updated 2024-10-11
Streamflow 5,199.9 cfs
Percent of Normal 68.46%
Maximum 382,590.0 cfs
2020-02-22

About the pearl river


The Pearl River is a major river system in the southeastern United States. The river flows for 485 miles through Mississippi and Louisiana, emptying into the Gulf of Mexico. The river has a rich history, playing a significant role in the Civil War and serving as a transportation route for Native American tribes.

The hydrology of the Pearl River is heavily influenced by several large reservoirs and dams, including the Ross Barnett Reservoir and the Bonnet Carré Spillway. These structures help manage flood control, water supply, and hydroelectric power generation.

Recreational activities along the Pearl River include fishing, boating, and camping. The river also supports agricultural activities, with farms and ranches along its banks producing crops such as cotton, soybeans, and rice. Despite its importance, the Pearl River faces threats from pollution and habitat destruction, highlighting the need for continued conservation efforts.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Pearl River At Burnside
USGS 02481880
1000 cfs 4.51 ft -5.66
Pearl River At Edinburg
USGS 02482000
29 cfs 2.75 ft -13.99
Pearl River Nr Lena
USGS 02483500
223 cfs 4.44 ft -7.08
Pearl River Nr Carthage
USGS 02482550
108 cfs 4 ft -6.9
Pearl River At Jackson
USGS 02486000
123 cfs 3.09 ft -8.21
Pearl River Nr Rockport
USGS 02488000
581 cfs 5.74 ft -6.29
Pearl River Nr Monticello
USGS 02488500
726 cfs 4.79 ft -17.03
Pearl River Nr Columbia
USGS 02489000
1460 cfs 0.7 ft 8.15
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
USGS 02489500
1950 cfs 6.86 ft -0.51

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