Pearl River near Columbia
Marion County, Mississippi
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 26 ft
Water is covering most of highway 587.
- 25 ft
Numerous roads are closed in the vicinity of the water park in Columbia. Some homes are surrounded by water.
- 24.8 ft
Water begins to top Highway 587.
- 24 ft
Extensive flooding occurs in Morgantown and Foxworth. Some minor flooding begins in Spring Cottage.
- 21.5 ft
Water covers Old Highway 35 on the west side of the river.
- 21 ft
Both river banks at Columbia are overflowing. Widespread lowland flooding is occurring.
- 18 ft
Low areas along the river are inundated.
- 17 ft
Low areas near the river begin to flood. Water covers Old Highway 35 on the west side of the river.
- 15 ft
Camp Lane Road south of columbia on the east side of the river begins to flood.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 1979 | 27.8 ft | 120,000 cfs |
| Apr 14, 1974 | 27 ft | 93,900 cfs |
| Apr 8, 1938 | 26.4 ft | 72,600 cfs |
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