Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen
Mississippi — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Monroe County, Mississippi on the Buttahatchie River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02439400, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
24 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
3,200 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
25.5 ft
Water is covering the roads and bridges near the river. Bartahatchie Road is covered by flood water.
24 ft
Most secondary roads and a few homes near the river are inundated. Evacuations are necessary.
22 ft
Water is covering low-lying portions of Bartahatchie Road near the river. Extensive cropland flooding is also occurring.
21 ft
Easter Valley Road near the river is flooding and evacuations of a few homes near the river may be necessary due to access problems. A significant amount of farmland is flooded.
18 ft
Water is flowing over Air Base Road on the west bank of the river.
15 ft
Water is covering a portion of Air Base Road located on the west bank of the river. Low-lying farmland is flooded.
14 ft
Flood water begins to cover Air Base Road located on the west bank of the river. Low-lying farmland near the river also begins to flood.
13 ft
Lowland near the river is flooded.
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 16, 1973 | 23.48 ft | 80,000 cfs |
| Mar 16, 1973 | 23.48 ft | 80,000 cfs |
| Dec 26, 2015 | 21.63 ft | 48,900 cfs |
| Dec 26, 2015 | 21.63 ft | 48,900 cfs |
| Dec 19, 1967 | 20.47 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ABDM6
River
Buttahatchie River
County
Monroe, MS
Coordinates
33.7900°N, 88.3153°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen?
The Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02439400) 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 Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Buttahatchie River rises?
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Where is the Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, Mississippi at coordinates 33.7900°N, 88.3153°W. USGS site number: 02439400. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.