Highway 15 Bridge

Highway 15 Bridge provides access to the Leaf River, a major river system in southeastern Mississippi with significant flow and drainage characteristics. This is a major stream (Stream Order 8) with an average flow of 5454.60 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 2.92 feet per second, indicating moderate current conditions. The river drops 453 feet in elevation across its 192-mile length, giving it an average gradient of 2.4 feet per mile. At this Beaumont location in Perry County, boaters should be prepared for a river environment with established current and steady flow patterns typical of a mature waterway system.

The Leaf River system drains 3533 square miles and represents a significant waterway for the region. With the bridge access point located 273 miles upstream from the river mouth, this section of river offers paddlers and boaters access to a well-established channel. The moderate velocity and established gradient suggest this location is suitable for experienced paddlers comfortable with river current conditions. Water levels and flow rates can vary seasonally, and boaters should check current conditions before launching.