Major Flood
20 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29.96 ft
Flood of Record occurred on July, 5, 1916.
24 ft
Widespread flooding will occur in Westchester Subdivision near Picayune. Many homes, business, and other buildings will be flooded. Evacuations will be necessary. Sections of MS Highway 43 will be impacted.
20 ft
North Beech Road and Palestine Road in Picayune will be impassable. Several homes will be flooded in vicinity of the stream. Flooding threatens structures along MS Highway 43 near the bridge and fills culverts and ditches along bridge approach.
17 ft
Some roads in the county inundated but passable. Homes in Westchester Subdivision, Picayune will be threatened. Water over a few roads in the city of Picayune will cause traffic problems. School bus traffic may need alternate routes. Beech Street and Westchester Subdivision below the confluence of the east and west branches will be subject to flooding in low places.
15 ft
Some secondary roads near the stream north of Picayune will be inundated. Beech Street and Westchester Subdivision below the confluence of the east and west branches will be subject to flooding in low places.
12 ft
Minor agricultural and forestry flooding will develop in rural areas.
10 ft
Bank full with minor over bank flow will occur at low spots just below gage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 1916 | 29.96 ft | — |
| Dec 14, 1961 | 24.96 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2012 | 24.54 ft | 25,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MNLM6
River
West Hobolochitto Creek
County
Pearl River, MS
Coordinates
30.6622°N, 89.6861°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Hobolochitto Creek near McNeill?
The West Hobolochitto Creek near McNeill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02492360) 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 West Hobolochitto Creek near McNeill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Hobolochitto Creek near McNeill is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Hobolochitto Creek rises?
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Where is the West Hobolochitto Creek near McNeill gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pearl River County, Mississippi at coordinates 30.6622°N, 89.6861°W. USGS site number: 02492360. 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
- 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.