Major Flood
16 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: WFCT1). 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
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Water is probably topping the bridge surface. Ground level apartments have several feet of water.
12 ft
Water is reaching the bottom of the Ooltewah Ringgold Road bridge structure. Water begins to threaten some ground floor apartment dwellings nearby.
10.5 ft
Water begins to enter the parking lot of the creekside apartments off of Ooltewah Ringgold Road near the Greenway. Low spots along Spalding Road begin to take water about a mile upstream.
7.5 ft
Low spot of the driveway to Wolftever Creek Elementary School may be covered by at least six inches of water.
6.5 ft
Grassy areas near the elementary school ballfields flood.
5 ft
Flooding begins in the Wolftever Creek Greenway at the gage site.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2020 | 7.76 ft | — |
| Mar 17, 2021 | 7.76 ft | — |
| Feb 23, 2022 | 7.32 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
WFCT1
River
Wolftever Creek
County
Hamilton, TN
Coordinates
35.0622°N, 85.0664°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wolftever Creek near Ooltewah?
The Wolftever Creek near Ooltewah 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 Wolftever Creek near Ooltewah?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wolftever Creek near Ooltewah is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wolftever Creek rises?
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Where is the Wolftever Creek near Ooltewah gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hamilton County, Tennessee at coordinates 35.0622°N, 85.0664°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 Geological Survey