Major Flood
50 ft
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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
30 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25.53 ft
Flood of Record occurred on August 12, 2016. Widespread damage will occur across the area, with approximately 70 homes endangered at Centreville and Woodville. Fosters Creek may respond around Crosby. Roads will be inundated., particularly over the western third of the county. Large parts of western Wilkinson County will be flooded.
25 ft
Widespread flooding will develop around Centreville. Low-lying areas will be inundated with many homes damaged. Dozens of roads will be under water. Localized flooding may occur around Crosby.
22 ft
Widespread flooding will spread into a few homes close to the river. Several roads will be inundated.
20 ft
Flooding will begin over low-lying areas close to 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2016 | 25.79 ft | 60,600 cfs |
| Mar 24, 1973 | 22.3 ft | 65,000 cfs |
| Apr 21, 1979 | 22.02 ft | 57,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WOOM6
River
Buffalo River
County
Wilkinson, MS
Coordinates
31.2264°N, 91.2958°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Buffalo River at Woodville?
The Buffalo River at Woodville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07295000) 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 Buffalo River at Woodville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Buffalo River at Woodville is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Buffalo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Buffalo River at Woodville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Buffalo River at Woodville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wilkinson County, Mississippi at coordinates 31.2264°N, 91.2958°W. USGS site number: 07295000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey