Harpeth River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Harpeth River is flowing at 44 cfs near Kingston Springs, TN — 29% of normal for the date and down 10% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 5 to 44 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Harpeth 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.
At Kingston Springs, the Harpeth River is running 44 cfs — 29% of normal, down 10% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 31% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Franklin (+11%); dropping at Franklin (-19%).
How the Harpeth 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.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Franklin612 ft 5 cfs28%
- Franklin606 ft 18 cfs51%
- Bellevue543 ft 25 cfs34%
- Kingston Springs449 ft 44 cfs29%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Harpeth River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (31%).
Harpeth River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Harpeth River At Franklin TN
Oct 2, 2:15 AM · USGS 03432350 |
5 cfs | 28% | -19% | 3.71 ft | 26.3 ft below | 612 ft |
|
Harpeth River Below Franklin TN
Oct 2, 2:00 AM · USGS 03432400 |
18 cfs | 51% | +11% | 1.54 ft | 25.5 ft below | 606 ft |
|
Harpeth River At Bellevue TN
Oct 2, 2:30 AM · USGS 03433500 |
25 cfs | 34% | -5% | 1.06 ft | 18.9 ft below | 543 ft |
|
Harpeth River Near Kingston Springs TN
Oct 2, 2:00 AM · USGS 03434500 |
44 cfs | 29% | -10% | 0.28 ft | 19.7 ft below | 449 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 Harpeth River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Harpeth River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Harpeth River
The Harpeth River is a 115-mile-long river in Tennessee, known for its scenic beauty and rich history. It was named after a Native American tribe that once inhabited the area. The river flows through several counties, including Williamson, Cheatham, and Davidson, before joining the Cumberland River. The Harpeth river is a major source of water for the Nashville area and is used for recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing. The river is also used for irrigation and agricultural purposes. There are several reservoirs and dams along the Harpeth River, including the Cheatham Dam, which was built in the 1960s and provides flood control and hydroelectric power. The river has been designated as a state scenic river and is protected under the Tennessee Scenic Rivers Act.
About the Harpeth River
How is the Harpeth River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Harpeth River is flowing at 44 cfs near Kingston Springs, TN, about 29% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 5 to 44 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Harpeth River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Harpeth River is at 31% of normal for the date. 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.
What is flood stage on the Harpeth River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Franklin (30.0 ft), Franklin (27.0 ft), Bellevue (20.0 ft), Kingston Springs (20.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
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.