Is the Clinch River flooding?

Tennessee · 2 gauges · Tennessee river levels

The Clinch River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Tennessee. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Clinch River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Tennessee river levels.

data refreshed 2 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Clinch River above Tazewell, TN. The highest level ever recorded there was 29.32 ft on 5 April 1977, carrying 98,100 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1862 (106 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.58 ft, 27.7 ft below that record.

Drains 1,474 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,061 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Clinch River above Tazewell, TNNo flooding1.58 ft12 ft
Clinch River near Looneys Gap, TNNo current data
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.