Cumberland River at Clarksville
Tennessee — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Montgomery County, Tennessee on the Cumberland River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03436500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
55 ft
Moderate Flood
50 ft
Minor Flood
46 ft
Action Stage
40 ft
107,172 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
63 ft
Widespread flooding is occurring along the Cumberland River and its adjacent tributaries in Montgomery County. Many primary roads near the river in Clarksville and other areas are flooded and impassable including Riverside Dr, Kraft St, US-41, TN-48, Branch Rd, Zinc Plant Rd, Salem Rd, and Seven Mile Ferry Rd.
60 ft
Extensive flooding is occurring along the river and its adjacent tributaries. Many primary roads near the river in Clarksville and other areas of Montgomery County are flooded and impassable, including Riverside Dr, Kraft St, US-41, TN-48, Branch Rd, Zinc Plant Rd, Salem Rd, and Seven Mile Ferry Rd.
57 ft
Significant flooding continues along the river in Montgomery County. Portions of Riverside Dr are flooded between Cumberland Dr and Providence Blvd and are impassable, as well as locations near Quarry Rd, Kraft St at College St and at Providence Blvd, Branch Rd, Zinc Plant Rd, Salem Rd, and Seven Mile Ferry Rd. Water is also flooding areas near TN-48 and Greenland Farms Dr, and water beings to approach the intersection of US-41 and TN-48.
55 ft
Significant flooding is occurring along the river and its adjacent tributaries in Montgomery County. Portions of Riverside Dr are flooded between Cumberland Dr and Providence Blvd and are impassable, as well as locations near Quarry Rd, Kraft St at College St and at Providence Blvd, Branch Rd, Zinc Plant Rd, Salem Rd, and Seven Mile Ferry Rd. Water is also flooding athletic fields near Greenland Farms Dr, and approaches property on TN-48 near the Greenland Farms intersection.
53 ft
Agricultural, industrial, and commercial properties along the river and its adjacent tributaries continue to be flooded. Portions of Riverside Dr are flooded between Cumberland Dr and Providence Blvd and may be impassable, as well as locations near Quarry Rd, Kraft St at College St and Providence Blvd, Zinc Plant Rd, Salem Rd, and Seven Mile Ferry Rd. Water is also flooding athletic fields near TN-48 and Greenland Farms Dr, and properties on Branch Rd.
50 ft
Most agricultural areas along the river are flooded, as well as many industrial and commercial properties, Riverfront Park, and adjacent tributaries. Riverside Dr in Clarksville begins to flood near TN-48, Providence Blvd, Mc Clure St, and Cumberland Dr. Also impacted are locations near Quarry Rd, Kraft St near College St and Providence Blvd, Zinc Plant Rd, Salem Rd, and Seven Mile Ferry Rd. Water approaches athletic fields near Greenland Farms Dr, and properties on Branch Rd.
48 ft
Flooding continues to impact agricultural, industrial, and commercial properties, Riverfront Park, and adjacent tributaries including Bartons Creek, Red River, West Fork Red River, and Yellow Creek. Impacted locations include Riverside Dr near TN-48 and Providence Blvd, Quarry Rd, Kraft St near College St, Zinc Plant Rd, and properties near Salem Rd and Seven Mile Ferry Rd. Water approaches properties near Kraft St and Providence Blvd, and begins to cover Riverside Dr at Mc Clure St and near Cumberland Dr.
46 ft
Flood waters begin to impact areas along the river, including agricultural and commercial properties, Riverfront Park, and adjacent tributaries including Bartons Creek, Red River, West Fork Red River, and Yellow Creek. Affected locations include South Riverside Dr near TN-48, North Riverside Dr near Providence Blvd East, Quarry Rd, Kraft St near College St, and Zinc Plant Rd. Water approaches properties near Salem Rd and Seven Mile Ferry Rd.
45 ft
Water approaches commercial and industrial properties on South Riverside Dr near TN-48, North Riverside Dr near Providence Blvd East, Quarry Rd, Kraft St near College St, and Zinc Plant Rd. Water also continues to inundate agricultural areas and parks along the river, and adjacent tributaries including Bartons Creek, Red River, West Fork Red River, and Yellow Creek.
43 ft
Water continues to inundate low lying areas along the river, including agricultural areas, access points, portions of Riverfront Park on North Riverside Drive, and low lying areas of industrial property on Zinc Plant Rd. Water also backs up adjacent tributaries, including Bartons Creek, Red River, West Fork Red River, and Yellow Creek.
40 ft
Low lying areas along the river, including agricultural areas, access points, and portions of Riverfront Park on North Riverside Dr begin to be inundated. Water also backs up adjacent tributaries, including Bartons Creek, Red River, West Fork Red River, and Yellow Creek.
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 3, 2010 | 62.58 ft | — |
| May 3, 2010 | 62.58 ft | — |
| Mar 14, 1975 | 57.1 ft | — |
| Mar 14, 1975 | 57.1 ft | — |
| Feb 14, 1950 | 56.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CKVT1
River
Cumberland River
County
Montgomery, TN
Coordinates
36.5414°N, 87.3678°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cumberland River at Clarksville?
The Cumberland River at Clarksville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03436500) 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 Cumberland River at Clarksville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cumberland River at Clarksville is 46 feet. Action stage begins at 40 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 50 feet, and major flooding at 55 feet.
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Where is the Cumberland River at Clarksville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Tennessee at coordinates 36.5414°N, 87.3678°W. USGS site number: 03436500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey