Pearl River at Ratliff's Ferry
Madison County, Mississippi
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 315 ft
Extensive widespread flooding is occurring, especilly south of the river. Water is covering parts of the Natchez Trace Parkway to the north and Highway 25 to the south. Water is inside the former Ratliff's Ferry Trading Post building, trailer and homes near the store.
- 314 ft
Water is getting close to the former Ratliff's Ferry Trading Post.
- 310 ft
Widespread flooding is occurring especially south of the river.
- 309 ft
Water impacts the American Legion building at Rock Recreation Center below Ratliff's Ferry.
- 308.5 ft
Water is across the Ratliff's Ferry Trading Post's parking lot up to the large tree on the right side of the parking lot.
- 304 ft
Water is up to the top of the old Boat Ramp in front of Ratliff's Ferry Trading post.
- 303 ft
Minor overbank flooding is occurring along the reach of the river. Water enters the end of Legion Lane and Liberty Lane in the American Legion's Rock Recreation Center.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 1979 | 313.1 ft | — |
| Feb 13, 2020 | 309.37 ft | — |
| Aug 26, 2022 | 308.48 ft | — |
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