-11205.0 cfs (-14.71%) since yesterday
171.08% of Normal
•
9 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Pearl River
was last observed at
64,973
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
128,872
acre-ft of water today; about 171%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
37,978 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2020-02-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at
382,590 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
reporting a streamflow rate of 21,500 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Pearl River, with a gauge stage of
19.38 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 9 different streamgauging stations along the Pearl River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 382 ft, the
Pearl River At Burnside.
Last Updated
2024-05-17
Streamflow
64,973.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
171.08%
Maximum
382,590.0 cfs
2020-02-22
About the pearl river
The Pearl River is a major river system in the southeastern United States. The river flows for 485 miles through Mississippi and Louisiana, emptying into the Gulf of Mexico. The river has a rich history, playing a significant role in the Civil War and serving as a transportation route for Native American tribes.
The hydrology of the Pearl River is heavily influenced by several large reservoirs and dams, including the Ross Barnett Reservoir and the Bonnet Carré Spillway. These structures help manage flood control, water supply, and hydroelectric power generation.
Recreational activities along the Pearl River include fishing, boating, and camping. The river also supports agricultural activities, with farms and ranches along its banks producing crops such as cotton, soybeans, and rice. Despite its importance, the Pearl River faces threats from pollution and habitat destruction, highlighting the need for continued conservation efforts.
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