Major Flood
48 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
45 ft
Minor Flood
35 ft
Action Stage
30 ft
What Floods at Each Level
62 ft
Water reaches bottom of Highway 84 bridge.
48.5 ft
USGS 50 year flood.
47.9 ft
Several businesses and homes affected by high water.
45 ft
Flooding of roads in the area will occur. In addition flooding of some buildings in the area will likely occur.
35 ft
Widespread flooding of lowlands will occur.
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 | 50.3 ft | 73,000 cfs |
| Feb 25, 1951 | 47.9 ft | 58,300 cfs |
| Apr 10, 1938 | 47.1 ft | 53,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WYNM6
River
Chickasawhay River
County
Wayne, MS
Coordinates
31.6825°N, 88.6835°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chickasawhay River near Waynesboro?
The Chickasawhay River near Waynesboro gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02477500) 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 Chickasawhay River near Waynesboro?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chickasawhay River near Waynesboro is 35 feet. Action stage begins at 30 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 45 feet, and major flooding at 48 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chickasawhay River rises?
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Where is the Chickasawhay River near Waynesboro gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wayne County, Mississippi at coordinates 31.6825°N, 88.6835°W. USGS site number: 02477500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 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.