Major Flood
16 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: GIST1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Water reaches the bridge surface of Old Knoxville Hwy near Swans Ferry Road.
14 ft
Water gets onto the Hwy 411 bridge surface.
12 ft
Flooding of the parking lot of two businesses immediately downstream on the left bank from the Hwy 411 bridge. The lowest of the two businesses may take water. Kennel may be flooding. Water reaches the bottom of the bridge on Old Knoxville Hwy near Swans Ferry Road.
11 ft
Flooding of grounds around a kennel upstream from the Hwy 411 bridge. Low spot on Bob Hollow Road begins to flood.
10 ft
Bottom of bridge structure of the Hwy 411 bridge.
8 ft
Flooding of logging lot across the stream from the kennel. Flooding of low spots of golf course near Old Knoxville Hwy and Swans Ferry Road.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 7.13 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
GIST1
County
Sevier, TN
Coordinates
35.8707°N, 83.5967°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gists Creek 2W Sevierville?
The Gists Creek 2W Sevierville 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 Gists Creek 2W Sevierville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gists Creek 2W Sevierville is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Gists Creek 2W Sevierville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sevier County, Tennessee at coordinates 35.8707°N, 83.5967°W. 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 Sevier County EMA