Reelfoot Creek Near Samburg, Tn Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 5 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.56 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 9 .

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It is fed by several small tributaries including Camp Creek and Cane Creek. The main flow providers are rainfall and snowmelt. During the summer months, flow tends to be lower due to decreased rainfall. There are no significant tributaries or dams on Reelfoot Creek. Interestingly, the creek is known for its unique hydrology as it flows over a flat, swampy plain that was formed by earthquakes in the early 19th century. The swampy terrain creates a unique habitat for a variety of wildlife including alligators, which are not typically found in Tennessee.