Major Flood
16 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: HLST1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
13.5 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Flood water reaches the bottom of the Highway 210 bridge and the railroad trestle bridge over the river.
18.5 ft
Highway 210 north of the river is impassable. Evacuations will be necessary due to access problems.
14 ft
Flood water is flowing over several low-lying roads near the river and access to low-lying areas will be limited due to high water.
12.5 ft
Water is flowing over Highway 210 north of Halls. Several low-lying roads near the South Fork of the Forked Deer River are flooded.
11.5 ft
Farmland near the river is flooded.
10.5 ft
Flooding on agricultural land near the river.
9 ft
Farmland near the river is flooded.
8.5 ft
Water is ponding on low-lying farmland.
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 | 16.14 ft | 27,846 cfs |
| Apr 8, 2025 | 15.24 ft | 19,836 cfs |
| Mar 15, 1975 | 15.21 ft | 34,320 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
HLST1
River
South Fork Forked Deer River
County
Lauderdale, TN
Coordinates
35.9294°N, 89.3897°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Forked Deer River near Halls?
The South Fork Forked Deer River near Halls 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 South Fork Forked Deer River near Halls?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Forked Deer River near Halls is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13.5 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Forked Deer River rises?
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Where is the South Fork Forked Deer River near Halls gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lauderdale County, Tennessee at coordinates 35.9294°N, 89.3897°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Army Corps of Engineers, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.