Major Flood
32 ft
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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
25 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
12.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
A portion of the railroad tracks will become flooded. USGS 100 year flood.
25 ft
Flooding of some residences will occur as the level rises above 25 feet.
24 ft
Streets of Merrill will become flooded. At 24 feet the bridge becomes inaccessible by vehicles.
23.5 ft
Water is under homes in Plum Bluff Estates. Streets of Merrill flood.
22 ft
Flood Stage. Water approaches homes in west Merrill.
20 ft
Water covers the main road at Plum Bluff in southern George County.
18.5 ft
Water covers roads at Smith's Fish Camp in Southern George County.
18 ft
Some roads west of the river become flooded.
15 ft
Water is under homes in Cedar Creek Estates.
14 ft
Roads to Cedar Creek Estates are impassable.
13 ft
Water covers the roads in Cedar Creek Estates in northern Jackson County.
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 | 32.5 ft | 230,000 cfs |
| Jul 8, 1916 | 31 ft | 187,000 cfs |
| Feb 26, 1961 | 30.66 ft | 178,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MRRM6
River
Pascagoula River
County
George, MS
Coordinates
30.9781°N, 88.7269°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pascagoula River at Merrill?
The Pascagoula River at Merrill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02479000) 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 Pascagoula River at Merrill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pascagoula River at Merrill is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 12.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pascagoula River rises?
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Where is the Pascagoula River at Merrill gauge located?
The gauge is located in George County, Mississippi at coordinates 30.9781°N, 88.7269°W. USGS site number: 02479000. 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.