Little Tennessee River at FONTANA DAM TVA
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Graham County, North Carolina on the Little Tennessee River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: FONN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
1715 ft
Moderate Flood
1714 ft
Minor Flood
1711 ft
Action Stage
1710 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1711 ft
HIGH WATER NOTIFICATIONS BEGIN
1710 ft
TOP OF GATES ON DAM
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
FONN7
River
Little Tennessee River
County
Graham, NC
Coordinates
35.4506°N, 83.8056°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Tennessee River at FONTANA DAM TVA?
The Little Tennessee River at FONTANA DAM TVA gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Little Tennessee River at FONTANA DAM TVA?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Tennessee River at FONTANA DAM TVA is 1711 feet. Action stage begins at 1710 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1714 feet, and major flooding at 1715 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Tennessee River rises?
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Where is the Little Tennessee River at FONTANA DAM TVA gauge located?
The gauge is located in Graham County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.4506°N, 83.8056°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.