Elk River (TN) near Fayetteville
Tennessee — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lincoln County, Tennessee on the Elk River (TN). Live water level data from USGS gauge 03582000, 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
26 ft
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
17.5 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
29.52 ft
Flood of Record occurred Dedcember 23, 1990.
29 ft
Widespread significant flooding is ongoing at the gage and throughout much of Fayetteville. The main bridge on Highway 231 is underwater and businesses on the South side of the bridge are impacted with multiple feet of water affecting them. Thorton Taylor Parkway is also underwater at this time and likely impassable between Highway 231 and Eldad Road intersections.
26 ft
Several businesses and homes are flooded along Norris Creek on the East side of town, along with any streets that intersect Norris Street inundated with 1 to 2 feet of water. On the West side of town, backwater flooding is likely ongoing on Cane Creek, with portions of Highway 64 likely underwater near the intersection of Morgan Bend Road.
24 ft
Eldad Road becomes impassable with at least a foot of water covering it between Barley Drive and the Eldad Road bridge itself. Portions of Grisham Road are also covered less than half a mile from the intersection with Eldad Road. In and around Fayetteville, floodwaters have caused portions of Highway 273 to become impassable and is likely closed.
23 ft
Floodwaters cover portions of Eldad Road South of Rambo Road. Floodwaters also approach the South side of Grisham Road immediately North of the River gage. In and around Fayetteville, flood waters cover portions of Highway 273 and it will become impassable shortly.
22 ft
Floodwaters begin to cover Eldad Road north of Barley Drive approaching the bend in the road traveling toward the Eldad Road bridge itself.
17.5 ft
Bottomland along the river begins to flood, spreading across fields on both sides of the river. Just south of Rambo Road, floodwaters begin to pool by the bend in the road band again further south closer to Old Limestone Road.
14 ft
The Elk River reaches bankfull, with any additional water spilling into neighboring fields along the river and causing lowland/nuisance flooding on the banks of the river upstream of Fayetteville.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 1990 | 29.52 ft | 45,200 cfs |
| Dec 22, 1990 | 29.52 ft | 45,200 cfs |
| Mar 15, 1973 | 28.6 ft | 41,600 cfs |
| Mar 15, 1973 | 28.6 ft | 41,600 cfs |
| Mar 12, 1842 | 27.5 ft | 37,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FYTT1
River
Elk River (TN)
County
Lincoln, TN
Coordinates
35.1344°N, 86.5397°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elk River (TN) near Fayetteville?
The Elk River (TN) near Fayetteville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03582000) 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 Elk River (TN) near Fayetteville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elk River (TN) near Fayetteville is 17.5 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
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Where is the Elk River (TN) near Fayetteville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Tennessee at coordinates 35.1344°N, 86.5397°W. USGS site number: 03582000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey