Mississippi River levels are rising in New Orleans, and restrictions are in effect to prevent damage to the earthen levee system that protects the region. Why it matters: The river is expected to ...

Levels at the Carrolton Gage are expected to rise to 16.5 feet by the end of next week. At this height, river levels are still below minor flood stage. Levels will begin falling shortly after.

Water levels in key shipping stretches of the Mississippi River are approaching record lows and slowing traffic to and from the Tulsa Port of Catoosa.

High water levels caused at least one shipping boat collision, but no injuries were reported. This year’s crest will likely be above average, but nowhere near record highs, said Jay Grymes ...

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is testing the Bonnet Carré Spillway in Norco as the Mississippi River nears flood thresholds. No full opening has been recommended.

Heavy rainfall across Iowa has caused rivers to surge far above their normal levels, creating potentially hazardous conditions for those considering water acti ...