River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS NTZM6
In brief
The Mississippi River at Natchez, MS read 22.62 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 15.38 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge NTZM6
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61.95 ft | 2011-05-19 |
| 2 | 58.04 ft | 1937-02-21 |
| 3 | 57.91 ft | 2019-03-12 |
| 4 | 57.55 ft | 2020-04-15 |
| 5 | 57.12 ft | 2018-03-18 |
| 6 | 57.03 ft | 2008-04-23 |
| 7 | 56.75 ft | 2016-01-17 |
| 8 | 56.70 ft | 1973-05-13 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Lowlands along the river in areas not protected by levees begin to flood. On both side of the river, there are areas that contain oil and gas wells; however, these are not affected until higher stages.
Water covers Thornburg Lake Road in the area known as Anna's Bottom which is north of Natchez. Also, Lake Mary Road is under water.
Some camps and most access roads are flooded along Lake Mary.
Water under some buildings around Fort Adams, Mississippi.
Water begins to enter the Carthage Point Road area south of Natchez.
Carthage Point Road becomes impassable.
Water is covering the roads in old downtown area of Fort Adams.
Some camps and houses are flooded around Fort Adams.
Pond Road in Fort Adams is flooded. Numerous homes are under water in the township.
Residents at the end of Percy Creek Sand Road are denied access to their homes due to high water.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Mississippi River at Natchez is at 22.62 ft, 15.38 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 38 ft, minor flooding 48 ft, moderate flooding 51 ft and major flooding 57 ft.
The highest crest on record is 61.95 ft, on 2011-05-19.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge NTZM6); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 07290880). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.