Pearl River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the Pearl River is flowing at 1,510 cfs near Bogalusa, LA — 71% of normal for the date and down 1% in 24 hours. 8 of 9 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 12 to 1,510 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Pearl 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 Bogalusa, the Pearl River is running 1,510 cfs — 71% of normal, down 1% since yesterday. Along the river, 8 of 8 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 58% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Carthage (-30%) and Lena (-27%).
Highest against normal: Jackson at 71%. Lowest: Edinburg at 29%.
How the Pearl 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
- Edinburg377 ft 12 cfs29%
- Lena328 ft 98 cfs44%
- Carthage321 ft 59 cfs46%
- Jackson266 ft 147 cfs71%
- Rockport207 ft 366 cfs62%
- Monticello177 ft 397 cfs53%
- Columbia137 ft 921 cfs66%
- Bogalusa73 ft 1,510 cfs71%
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 Pearl River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (58%).
Pearl River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pearl River At Burnside MS
Last reported Jun 28 · USGS 02481880 |
1,000 cfs | · | · | 5.14 ft | flood 13.0 ft | 382 ft |
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Pearl River At Edinburg MS
Oct 23, 2:45 AM · USGS 02482000 |
12 cfs | 29% | -4% | 1.73 ft | 18.3 ft below | 377 ft |
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Pearl River Near Lena MS
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 02483500 |
98 cfs | 44% | -27% | 4.32 ft | 19.7 ft below | 328 ft |
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Pearl River Near Carthage MS
Oct 23, 2:45 AM · USGS 02482550 |
59 cfs | 46% | -30% | 3.07 ft | 13.9 ft below | 321 ft |
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Pearl River At Jackson MS
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 02486000 |
147 cfs | 71% | +2% | 3.11 ft | 24.9 ft below | 266 ft |
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Pearl River Near Rockport MS
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 02488000 |
366 cfs | 62% | -22% | 4.97 ft | · | 207 ft |
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Pearl River Near Monticello MS
Oct 23, 2:15 AM · USGS 02488500 |
397 cfs | 53% | -12% | 4.08 ft | 17.9 ft below | 177 ft |
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Pearl River Near Columbia MS
Oct 23, 2:45 AM · USGS 02489000 |
921 cfs | 66% | +1% | 0.51 ft | 16.5 ft below | 137 ft |
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Pearl River Near Bogalusa LA
Oct 23, 2:15 AM · USGS 02489500 |
1,510 cfs | 71% | -1% | 5.94 ft | 12.1 ft below | 73 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 Pearl River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Pearl River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
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.
Fishing near the Pearl River
About the Pearl River
How is the Pearl River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Pearl River is flowing at 1,510 cfs near Bogalusa, LA, about 71% of normal for the date. Across its 9 USGS gauges, current flows range from 12 to 1,510 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Pearl River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Pearl River is at 58% 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 Pearl River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Burnside (13.0 ft), Edinburg (20.0 ft), Lena (24.0 ft), Carthage (17.0 ft), Jackson (28.0 ft), Monticello (22.0 ft), Columbia (17.0 ft), Bogalusa (18.0 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.