-3973.0 cfs (-33.19%) since yesterday
108.26% of Normal
•
3 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Chickasawhay River
was last observed at
7,997
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
15,862
acre-ft of water today; about 108%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
7,387 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-12-31 when daily discharge volume was observed at
78,000 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
reporting a streamflow rate of 7,950 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Chickasawhay River, with a gauge stage of
19.79 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Chickasawhay River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 258 ft, the
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise.
Last Updated
2024-05-17
Streamflow
7,997.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
108.26%
Maximum
78,000.0 cfs
2018-12-31
About the chickasawhay river
The Chickasawhay River is a 210-mile-long river located in southeastern Mississippi. It was once a vital transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers, and it played an important role in the Civil War. The river is fed by numerous small tributaries, which contribute to its hydrology and provide habitat for a variety of fish and wildlife. The river is also home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Shubuta Dam and the Okatibbee Reservoir. These structures are used for flood control, hydroelectric power generation, and water supply. The Chickasawhay River is popular for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and boating, and it also supports agricultural activities such as irrigation and livestock watering.
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