IsItFlooding

Is the New River flooding?

Tennessee · 2 gauges · Tennessee river levels

The New 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 New 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 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 New River at New River, TN. The highest level ever recorded there was 41.20 ft on 23 March 1929, carrying 74,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1903 (117 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.14 ft, 39.1 ft below that record.

Drains 382 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,092 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
New River at Cordell, TNNo current data———
New River at New River, TNNo flood stage defined2.14 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.