RIVER GAUGE · TALLAHATCHIE RIVER
Tallahatchie River near Swan Lake
Tallahatchie County, Mississippi
Water level10.98 ft
Flow3,380 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action25 ft
Minor flood26 ft
Moderate flood33 ft
Major flood37 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 37 ft
Residential flooding is occurring and numerous roads are flooding. Evacuations are necessary.
- 31 ft
Farm land flooding is extensive and access will be restricted in low-lying areas.
- 28 ft
Flooding is occurring on farm land near the river.
- 27 ft
Farm land flooding is occurring near the river.
- 26 ft
Low-lying farm land near the river is flooded.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 1973 | 31.59 ft | 36,000 cfs |
| Dec 28, 1982 | 30.3 ft | 27,600 cfs |
| Feb 25, 2019 | 30.26 ft | — |
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