REELFOOT LAKE NR TIPTONVILLE

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology

Tennessee Reservoirs Obion Watershed

Reelfoot Lake Nr Tiptonville

RESERVOIR REPORT
October 4 2023

11 ft

-0.08% today
100% of Normal Normal

Water gage height, ft levels at Reelfoot Lake Nr Tiptonville are currently 11 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 11.89ft. Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2019 was 2019-03-21 when levels reached 14.73 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2022-11-27 when levels receded to 10.88 ft. View historical levels.

Reelfoot Lake located near Tiptonville, TN in Tennessee is a unique natural lake with a fascinating history. It was formed by a series of earthquakes in the early 1800s, which created a shallow and swampy lake. The lake is fed by two major rivers: the Obion and Forked Deer rivers. The hydrology of the lake is important as it provides habitat for a variety of aquatic species, including fish, birds, and reptiles. The lake also serves as a major recreational destination, attracting tourists who come to fish, hunt, and enjoy the natural scenery. Additionally, the lake supports agricultural activities, such as rice cultivation, and contributes to the local economy. The surrounding area receives an average of 10-15 inches of snow each year, which contributes to the lake's water supply.

Geolocation -89.407, 36.354
Elevation 275.52 ft
Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change -0.08%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 10.88 ft
2022-11-27
Maximum 14.73 ft
2019-03-21
Average 12 ft
AREA SURFACE FLOWS
Streamgauge Streamflow Stage
EAST HOBOLOCHITTO CREEK NR CAESAR 4 cfs 2.8 ft
WOLF RIVER NR LANDON 31 cfs 4.7 ft
WEST HOBOLOCHITTO CREEK NR MCNEILL 22 cfs 5.2 ft
BILOXI RIVER AT WORTHAM 4 cfs 0.7 ft
BOGUE CHITTO RIVER NEAR BUSH 607 cfs 2.6 ft
PEARL RIVER NEAR BOGALUSA 1,550 cfs 6.5 ft
RED CREEK AT VESTRY 128 cfs 4.0 ft

Historical Data

GAGE HEIGHT, FT

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