Major Flood
31.5 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
27 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31.5 ft
Widespread flooding is occurring. Evacuations may be necessary.
27 ft
Several homes and businesses east of the creek are flooding.
23 ft
Low-lying areas are flooding and businesses near the creek may need to take flood precautions.
21 ft
Overbank flooding begins near the creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 26, 1991 | 27.8 ft | 37,900 cfs |
| May 18, 1983 | 27.39 ft | 26,100 cfs |
| May 6, 1978 | 27.08 ft | 22,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Town Creek at Tupelo?
The Town Creek at Tupelo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02435020) 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 Town Creek at Tupelo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Town Creek at Tupelo is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 31.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Town Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Town Creek at Tupelo to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Town Creek at Tupelo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lee County, Mississippi at coordinates 34.2356°N, 88.6958°W. USGS site number: 02435020. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US 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 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.