Major Flood
13 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EZBT1). 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Significant flooding of homes on Watauga Drive. Baseball field floods.
11 ft
Living spaces of lowest homes on Watauga Road may flood.
10.5 ft
Garages and back yards of some homes on Watauga Road begin to flood.
9 ft
Watauga Road floods, on the river just upstream from where the Doe River joins. Parking lot of park floods.
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 20, 1901 | 21 ft | 76,000 cfs |
| Aug 13, 1940 | 20.97 ft | 75,100 cfs |
| Feb 27, 1902 | 19 ft | 61,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EZBT1
River
Watauga River
County
Carter, TN
Coordinates
36.3559°N, 82.2235°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Watauga River at Elizabethton?
The Watauga River at Elizabethton 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 Watauga River at Elizabethton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Watauga River at Elizabethton is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Watauga River rises?
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Where is the Watauga River at Elizabethton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carter County, Tennessee at coordinates 36.3559°N, 82.2235°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 U.S. Geological Survey