Emory River at Oakdale, TN
Is Emory River at Oakdale, TN flooding right now?
Emory River at Oakdale, TN measured 1.81 ft on 2026-09-22 21:00:00 UTC. That observation was 25.2 ft below its 27 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
1.81 ft
Streamflow
33 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 27 ft, with major flooding at 30 ft. The highest crest on record was 42.3 ft on Sat, Mar 23, 1929.
Flood forecast
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 12 ft | 10.2 ft below |
| Minor flood | 27 ft | 25.2 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 28 ft | 26.2 ft below |
| Major flood | 30 ft | 28.2 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 42.3 ft | 1929-03-23 |
| 38.71 ft | 1990-12-23 |
| 38.7 ft | 1991-03-23 |
| 38.68 ft | 1973-05-28 |
| 34.2 ft | 1969-12-30 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Creek at Rockwood, TN | 8.7 mi | Roane County |
| Obed River near Lancing, TN | 9.2 mi | Morgan County |
| Clear Creek at Lilly Bridge near Lancing, TN | 12.2 mi | Morgan County |
| Bear Creek at Pine Ridge, near Wheat, TN | 12.3 mi | Roane County |
| Bear Creek Tributary at Hwy 95 near Wheat, TN | 12.4 mi | Roane County |
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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.