Major Flood
41 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BELM6). 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
38 ft
Minor Flood
34 ft
Action Stage
33 ft
What Floods at Each Level
42.4 ft
Water overtops the flood wall at the town of Belzoni.
41 ft
Water rises above the top of the levee on the left bank opposite the city of Belzoni.
40 ft
Water rises above the base of the gage house on the grain elevator.
34 ft
Low areas within the levee near the river begin to flood.
30 ft
Water begins to flood bottomland near the river east of town.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 26, 1932 | 37.9 ft | 38,731 cfs |
| Feb 27, 1946 | 37.2 ft | — |
| Mar 1, 1946 | 37.2 ft | — |
| Feb 11, 1946 | 37.2 ft | 36,840 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BELM6
River
Yazoo River
County
Humphreys, MS
Coordinates
33.1647°N, 90.4943°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yazoo River at Belzoni?
The Yazoo River at Belzoni 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 Yazoo River at Belzoni?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yazoo River at Belzoni is 34 feet. Action stage begins at 33 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 38 feet, and major flooding at 41 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yazoo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Yazoo River at Belzoni 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 Yazoo River at Belzoni gauge located?
The gauge is located in Humphreys County, Mississippi at coordinates 33.1647°N, 90.4943°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. 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.