Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54.29 ft | 2011-05-02 |
| 2 | 45.85 ft | 2017-05-08 |
| 3 | 45.66 ft | 2025-04-12 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Hickman, Mississippi River
- River level
- 13.49 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 26.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 34.00 ft
- Record crest
- 54.29 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS HKMK2
- Record crest
- 54.29 ft
- Flood stage
- 34.00 ft
- Moderate flood
- 40.00 ft
- Major flood
- 43.00 ft
- Crest date
- 2011-05-02
In brief
The Mississippi River at Hickman, KY read 13.49 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 12.51 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge HKMK2
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 34.00 ft
Water is on the levee.
- 40.00 ft
The City of Hickman will close the Hickman Gates.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mississippi River flooding at Hickman?
No. The Mississippi River at Hickman is at 13.49 ft, 12.51 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Hickman?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 26 ft, minor flooding 34 ft, moderate flooding 40 ft and major flooding 43 ft.
What is the highest the Mississippi River has been at Hickman?
The highest crest on record is 54.29 ft, on 2011-05-02.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge HKMK2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.