Highway 19 Bridge

Highway 19 Bridge provides access to the Pearl River, a major waterway flowing through Neshoba County near Choctaw, Mississippi. This is a significant river system with a drainage area of over 8,300 square miles and an average flow of more than 13,000 cubic feet per second, making it a substantial waterway suitable for various boating activities. The river maintains an average velocity of 3.71 feet per second with a gentle gradient of 0.9 feet per mile, indicating moderate current conditions typical of a major river system in this region.

Paddlers and boaters using this access point should be aware that the Pearl River is a major stream order 8 river system that flows toward the Gulf of Mexico, located approximately 434 miles downstream. The total elevation drop from source to mouth is about 398 feet across the river's entire 435-mile length. Water conditions will reflect seasonal variations typical of major river systems, with current strength and water levels fluctuating throughout the year. Boaters should check current conditions before launching and be prepared for the river's moderate current and flow characteristics.