tipped the scales at 233.8 pounds to set a new Water Valley Carnival record. Left, and Water Valley Watermelon Queen Preslee Fischer. If it’s anything like the record-breaking melon submitted at the annual Water Valley Watermelon Carnival, it can get pretty big — over 200 pounds big. Taking center stage at the annual competition in City Park was “Jettie B.,” a massive watermelon grown by Allen Rogers. The melon tipped the scales at an astounding 233.8 pounds, claiming first place and setting a brand-new Water Valley Carnival record.