Elk River at Prospect, TN
Is Elk River at Prospect, TN flooding right now?
Elk River at Prospect, TN measured 3.38 ft on 2026-11-11 13:15:00 UTC. That observation was 21.6 ft below its 25 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
3.38 ft
Streamflow
2,190 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 25 ft, with major flooding at 40 ft. The highest crest on record was 40.9 ft on Sat, Mar 1, 1902.
Flood forecast
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 22 ft | 18.6 ft below |
| Minor flood | 25 ft | 21.6 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 37 ft | 33.6 ft below |
| Major flood | 40 ft | 36.6 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 40.9 ft | 1902-03-01 |
| 40.12 ft | 1973-03-17 |
| 38.98 ft | 1955-03-22 |
| 38.17 ft | 1948-02-14 |
| 37.06 ft | 1975-03-14 |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.