Major Flood
28 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
24 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
Water begins to cover the southbound lanes of Highway 49 near the river.
28 ft
Extensive flooding across the area. Several thousand acres of lowland, forest and agricultural land are inundated. Several residences and businesses are also being affected by high water.
27 ft
Several thousand acres of forest land becomes inundated.
24.5 ft
Extensive lowland flooding is occurring for several miles along the river.
22 ft
Widespread lowland flooding is occurring along the river. Water begins to enter several buildings about 1/2 mile upstream of the Highway 49 bridge.
18 ft
Low land flooding begins near the river.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 1900 | 33.5 ft | 50,000 cfs |
| Apr 13, 1974 | 28.18 ft | 45,500 cfs |
| Feb 21, 1961 | 26.54 ft | 34,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bouie Creek near Hattiesburg?
The Bouie Creek near Hattiesburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02472500) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Bouie Creek near Hattiesburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bouie Creek near Hattiesburg is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bouie Creek rises?
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Where is the Bouie Creek near Hattiesburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Forrest County, Mississippi at coordinates 31.4258°N, 89.4147°W. USGS site number: 02472500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Bouie Creek at Hattiesburg-Glendale Avenue
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.