Tennessee River below Watts Bar Dam
Tennessee — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rhea County, Tennessee on the Tennessee River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: WBTT1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Action Stage
692 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
WBTT1
River
Tennessee River
County
Rhea, TN
Coordinates
35.6089°N, 84.7781°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tennessee River below Watts Bar Dam?
The Tennessee River below Watts Bar Dam 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 Tennessee River below Watts Bar Dam?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Tennessee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tennessee River below Watts Bar Dam to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Tennessee River below Watts Bar Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rhea County, Tennessee at coordinates 35.6089°N, 84.7781°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: TVA