Major Flood
26 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
A large portion of the town of Chunky is inundated.
31 ft
Water begins to affect residents south of Chunky.
26 ft
A large area of mostly agricultural and forest land on both sides of the river are inundated from 26 to 31 feet.
25 ft
Water begins to approach Boyettes Fish Camp.
22 ft
Considerable areas of pastureland south of the river gage begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2003 | 27.33 ft | 42,700 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1979 | 26.64 ft | 40,900 cfs |
| Apr 13, 1979 | 26.17 ft | 36,100 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chunky River near Chunky?
The Chunky River near Chunky gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02475500) 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 Chunky River near Chunky?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chunky River near Chunky is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chunky River rises?
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Where is the Chunky River near Chunky gauge located?
The gauge is located in Newton County, Mississippi at coordinates 32.3261°N, 88.9092°W. USGS site number: 02475500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Chickasawhay River at Enterprise
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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.