Is the Tennessee River flooding?

Tennessee · 3 gauges · Tennessee river levels

The Tennessee River is tracked by 3 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 Tennessee River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 3 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 Tennessee River at Chattanooga, TN. The highest level ever recorded there was 57.90 ft on 11 March 1867, carrying 459,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1826 (137 annual peaks).

Drains 21,400 sq mi · gauge elevation 621 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Tennessee River at Chattanooga, TNNo current data651.1 ft
Tennessee River at Perryville, TNNo current data
Tennessee River near New Johnsonville, TNNo current data361.5 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.