Is the Falling Water River flooding?

Tennessee · 2 gauges · Tennessee river levels

The Falling Water 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 Falling Water River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 3 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 Falling Water River near Cookeville, TN. The highest level ever recorded there was 25.00 ft on 6 February 2020, carrying 6,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1928 (34 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.42 ft, 20.6 ft below that record.

Drains 67 sq mi · gauge elevation 892 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Falling Water River below Burgess Falls Dam, TNNo current data
Falling Water River near Cookeville, TNNo flood stage defined4.42 ft
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.