+13620.0 cfs (+11.59%) since yesterday
168.44% of Normal
•
9 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Pearl River
was last observed at
131,120
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
260,073
acre-ft of water today; about 168%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
77,842 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 Nr Rockport
reporting a streamflow rate of 26,400 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Pearl River, with a gauge stage of
26.1 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
2024-03-28
Streamflow
131,120.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
168.44%
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.