Major Flood
33 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
28 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
24 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Flood water begins to overtop Highway 84.
28 ft
Farmland near the river at the corner of Highway 84 and highway 532 floods.
25 ft
Considerable lowland flooding begins.
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 30, 1856 | 33 ft | 56,000 cfs |
| Apr 13, 1974 | 32.6 ft | 54,200 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1899 | 32 ft | 50,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Leaf River near Collins?
The Leaf River near Collins gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02472000) 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 Leaf River near Collins?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Leaf River near Collins is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 24 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
How do I get alerts when Leaf River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Leaf River near Collins 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 Leaf River near Collins gauge located?
The gauge is located in Covington County, Mississippi at coordinates 31.7069°N, 89.4069°W. USGS site number: 02472000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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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.