Major Flood
15 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Significant flooding of property along the creek is occurring, including the fairgrounds and industrial areas. Water may flood area roads rendering them impassable, including Walsh Rd, Bransford Rd, and Craighead St.
11 ft
Properties along the creek including industrial areas and the fairgrounds are flooded, and water may approach the low lying portions of Walsh Rd, Bransford Rd, and Craighead St.
8 ft
Parking areas along the creek on the south and east sides of the fairgrounds property begin to flood.
6 ft
Low lying areas along the creek in the fairgrounds property begin to be inundated.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2010 | 13.44 ft | 8,540 cfs |
| Aug 30, 2017 | 11.13 ft | 4,810 cfs |
| Feb 6, 2019 | 10.51 ft | 4,078 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Browns Creek at State Fairgrounds in Nashville?
The Browns Creek at State Fairgrounds in Nashville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03431300) 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 Browns Creek at State Fairgrounds in Nashville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Browns Creek at State Fairgrounds in Nashville is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Browns Creek rises?
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Where is the Browns Creek at State Fairgrounds in Nashville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Davidson County, Tennessee at coordinates 36.1297°N, 86.7611°W. USGS site number: 03431300. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey