Calfkiller River Flow
The latest USGS readings for the Calfkiller River were last reported on June 9, 2017. Each gauge’s most recent value is listed below. ❤ Favorite
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Every gauge, dam and paddle run on the river, one tap each:
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Calfkiller River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
No gauge on the Calfkiller River has reported in the last 3 days. The table below shows each gauge’s last reading.
How the Calfkiller River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Calfkiller River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
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Calfkiller River At Hwy 111 Below Sparta TN
Last reported Jun 9 · USGS 03419800 |
282 cfs | · | · | 4.97 ft | 876 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Calfkiller River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Calfkiller River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Calfkiller River
The Calfkiller River is a 42-mile-long river in Tennessee, USA, that flows through the Cumberland Plateau. It was named after a Cherokee chief who lived in the area in the 18th century. The river's hydrology is characterized by abundant rainfall and frequent flooding. There are two main reservoirs on the Calfkiller River: the Dale Hollow Reservoir and the Center Hill Lake. These reservoirs provide hydroelectric power and recreational opportunities such as fishing and boating. The river is also used for agriculture, specifically for irrigation and livestock watering. The Calfkiller River has a rich history and has been used for transportation, logging, and milling in the past. Today, it is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
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About the Calfkiller River
How is the Calfkiller River flowing right now?
Snoflo has no USGS reading for the Calfkiller River from the last 3 days; the latest readings were reported June 9, 2017. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Calfkiller River running high or low?
Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.