Mississippi River At Memphis, Tn Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 314,000 cfs, and a gauge height of 0.19 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 301,600 .

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The river's flow is crucial for several constituents such as navigation, irrigation, and power generation. Some of the significant tributaries of the Mississippi River at Memphis include the Arkansas River and the White River. The hydrology of the Mississippi River exhibits seasonal trends, with higher flow during the spring and summer months due to increased precipitation and snowmelt. The Memphis area also experiences occasional flooding due to heavy rains or storm surges. One quirky fact about the Mississippi River at Memphis is that it is the site of the historic Memphis Belle plane crash, which occurred during World War II.