Pearl River near Philadelphia/at Burnside
Mississippi — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Neshoba County, Mississippi on the Pearl River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02481880, 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
23 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
24.7 ft
Water is affecting Burnside Community.
24 ft
Burnside Water Park and several thousand acres of land north and South of the river are flooded.
19.5 ft
Water reaches the underclearance of the State Highway 15 bridge.
17 ft
The open air pavilion at Burnside Lake Water Park is inundated.
16 ft
The open air pavilion in Burnside Lake Water Park begins to flood.
15 ft
Most of the camping areas and roadways in Burnside Lake Water Park are covered by flood water.
14 ft
Water begins to cover some of the Burnside Lake Water Park roadways and camp areas.
13 ft
Water begins to affect Burnside Lake Water Park.
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 12, 1979 | 23.6 ft | 70,600 cfs |
| Apr 12, 1979 | 23.6 ft | 70,600 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1934 | 21.5 ft | — |
| Dec 31, 1934 | 21.5 ft | — |
| May 20, 1983 | 19.77 ft | 37,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pearl River near Philadelphia/at Burnside?
The Pearl River near Philadelphia/at Burnside gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02481880) 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 Philadelphia/at Burnside?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pearl River near Philadelphia/at Burnside is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pearl River rises?
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Where is the Pearl River near Philadelphia/at Burnside gauge located?
The gauge is located in Neshoba County, Mississippi at coordinates 32.8414°N, 89.0978°W. USGS site number: 02481880. 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
- 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.