Major Flood
19 ft
Current Water Level
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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
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Water reaches buildings along Charlotte Pike.
18 ft
Water reaches Charlotte Pike.
15 ft
Flooding of properties along the creek near Charlotte Pike begins.
10 ft
Water inundates low lying areas, including portions of the Richland Creek Greenway and the Mc Cabe Field Golf Course.
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 | 19.99 ft | 16,900 cfs |
| Sep 12, 1979 | 15.13 ft | 9,470 cfs |
| Aug 31, 2017 | 13.48 ft | 6,860 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NRCT1
River
Richland Creek
County
Davidson, TN
Coordinates
36.1511°N, 86.8544°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Richland Creek at Charlotte Avenue in Nashville?
The Richland Creek at Charlotte Avenue in Nashville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03431700) 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 Richland Creek at Charlotte Avenue in Nashville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Richland Creek at Charlotte Avenue in Nashville is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Richland Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Richland Creek at Charlotte Avenue in Nashville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Richland Creek at Charlotte Avenue in Nashville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Davidson County, Tennessee at coordinates 36.1511°N, 86.8544°W. USGS site number: 03431700. 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