River stage
Elk River (TN)
- River level
- Normal
- Status
- Below flood stage
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 3 of 3
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 0
- Overall
- Below flood stage
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 3 of 3 gauges on the Elk River (TN) reported, and none was above flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
Elk River levels, gauge by gauge
The Elk River is measured at 3 gauges. Flood stages are set per gauge, so the same river is "high" at one town and normal at the next.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville | 1.50 ft | normal, steady |
| Pelham | 2.92 ft | normal, rising |
| Prospect | 0.98 ft | normal, steady |
Recent levels on the Elk River
The gauge with the fullest recent record on this river is Fayetteville, TN, with 122 days of readings.
Other rivers nearby
- Elk River (CO) different river, same name
- Elk River (KS) different river, same name
- Elk River (WV) different river, same name
- Tennessee River 24 gauges
- Duck River 6 gauges
- Harpeth River 5 gauges
- Shoal Creek (TN) 1 gauge
- Mill Creek (TN) 3 gauges
Frequently asked questions
Is the Elk River flooding right now?
No. Every one of the 3 reporting gauges on the Elk River is below flood stage as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the Elk River?
The river is measured at several points and each reads a different height. Fayetteville is at 1.50 ft; Pelham is at 2.92 ft; Prospect is at 0.98 ft.
Where is the Elk River measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate 3 gauges on the Elk River in Tennessee.
What does flood stage mean?
Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. It is set per gauge, so the same river can be above flood stage in one town and normal a few miles downstream. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.
River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.