Major Flood
28 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
USGS 100 year flood.
30.5 ft
USGS 50 year flood.
28 ft
Water will back up McSwain Branch and some residences will become flooded.
25 ft
Residences in West McClain begin to flood.
24 ft
Some county roads in the area will become flooded.
18 ft
Considerable flooding of agricultural and lowlands near 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 1900 | 31.8 ft | 131,000 cfs |
| Feb 25, 1961 | 31.64 ft | 128,000 cfs |
| Apr 17, 1974 | 30.38 ft | 110,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Leaf River near McLain?
The Leaf River near McLain gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02475000) 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 McLain?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Leaf River near McLain is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Leaf River rises?
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Where is the Leaf River near McLain gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greene County, Mississippi at coordinates 31.1074°N, 88.8083°W. USGS site number: 02475000. 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.