Major Flood
38 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LOGM6). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
35.5 ft
Minor Flood
33 ft
Action Stage
32 ft
What Floods at Each Level
36 ft
Numerous secondary roads are covered by flood waters. Access to low-lying areas is restricted due to high water.
35 ft
Significant amount of farm land and several homes near the river are flooded.
34 ft
Widespread farm land flooding is occurring in Quitman and Tallahatchie Counties.
33 ft
Flooding is occurring along both banks of the river.
32 ft
Low-lying farm land near the river is flooded.
31 ft
Low-lying farmland near the river is flooding.
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 16, 1973 | 36.39 ft | — |
| Feb 25, 2019 | 35.43 ft | — |
| Feb 20, 1991 | 35.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LOGM6
River
Tallahatchie River
County
Tallahatchie, MS
Coordinates
33.9758°N, 90.2578°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tallahatchie River at Locopolis?
The Tallahatchie River at Locopolis gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Tallahatchie River at Locopolis?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tallahatchie River at Locopolis is 33 feet. Action stage begins at 32 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 35.5 feet, and major flooding at 38 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tallahatchie River rises?
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Where is the Tallahatchie River at Locopolis gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi at coordinates 33.9758°N, 90.2578°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Army Corps of Engineers, 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.