Pearl River near Lena
Mississippi — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Leake County, Mississippi on the Pearl River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02483500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
31 ft
Moderate Flood
29 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
21,900 cfs
Action Stage
23 ft
19,200 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
31 ft
River begins to approach chicken houses upstream of Highway 25 bridge.
28 ft
Significant flooding of pastureland and agricultural land is occurring.
24 ft
Minor flooding of agricultural and pasture land is occurring along the river.
15 ft
River begins to over flow main channel.
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 16, 1979 | 32.7 ft | 122,000 cfs |
| Apr 16, 1979 | 32.7 ft | 122,000 cfs |
| May 24, 1983 | 31.09 ft | 83,200 cfs |
| May 24, 1983 | 31.09 ft | 83,200 cfs |
| Dec 19, 1961 | 29.36 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pearl River near Lena?
The Pearl River near Lena gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02483500) 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 Pearl River near Lena?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pearl River near Lena is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 31 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pearl River rises?
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Where is the Pearl River near Lena gauge located?
The gauge is located in Leake County, Mississippi at coordinates 32.6672°N, 89.6461°W. USGS site number: 02483500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.