RIVER GAUGE · TOWN CREEK
Town Creek at Tupelo
Lee County, Mississippi
Water level0.69 ft
Flow3 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action13 ft3,743 cfs
Minor flood21 ft
Moderate flood27 ft
Major flood31.5 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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 |
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