TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)
SUMMARY
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Falling Water River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Falling Water River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Falling Water River is a 23-mile-long river located in the southern region of Tennessee, United States. The river has a rich history dating back to the mid-1800s, where it was used to power mills and generate electricity. Its source is located in the Cumberland Plateau, and it flows into the Caney Fork River. The river is known for its scenic views and numerous waterfalls, including the iconic Burgess Falls. The Falling Water River also has several reservoirs and dams, including the Great Falls Dam, which was built in the 1920s to generate hydroelectric power. The river is used for recreational purposes such as swimming, fishing, and kayaking, while its water is used for agricultural purposes such as irrigation.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Falling Water River Near Cookeville
USGS 03423000 |
35 cfs | 4.39 ft | -51.79 |
History of the River
The Falling Water River is a 46.8-mile-long (75.3 km) stream in the east-central portion of Middle Tennessee in the United States. It rises just west of Monterey at the edge of the Cumberland Plateau, and traverses the Eastern Highland Rim before dropping off to the Nashville Basin and emptying into Center Hill Lake along the Caney Fork. The river is noted for the 136-foot (41 m) Burgess Falls, which it spills over near the end of its course.
