Hatchie River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM, the Hatchie River is flowing at 382 cfs at Rialto, TN — 66% of normal for the date. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 19 to 382 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Hatchie 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 Rialto, the Hatchie River is running 382 cfs — 66% of normal. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 66% of normal).
Highest against normal: Bolivar at 70%. Lowest: Walnut at 32%.
How the Hatchie 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
- Walnut381 ft 19 cfs32%
- Bolivar332 ft 201 cfs70%
- Rialto259 ft 382 cfs66%
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 Hatchie River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (66%).
Hatchie River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hatchie River Near Walnut MS
Oct 2, 4:15 AM · USGS 07029270 |
19 cfs | 32% | 0% | 8.19 ft | · | 381 ft |
|
Hatchie River At Bolivar TN
Oct 2, 4:30 AM · USGS 07029500 |
201 cfs | 70% | -1% | 5.44 ft | 12.6 ft below | 332 ft |
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Hatchie River At Rialto TN
Oct 2, 5:00 AM · USGS 07030050 |
382 cfs | 66% | -1% | 2.29 ft | 17.7 ft below | 259 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 Hatchie River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Hatchie River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Hatchie River
The Hatchie River is a 238-mile-long river in western Tennessee that flows from the northern Mississippi border into the Mississippi River. It has a long history of flooding and was once a vital transportation route for early settlers. Today, the river is mostly used for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and birdwatching. The Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge provides habitat for many species of wildlife and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the 11,000-acre Carroll County Lake, which provides water for irrigation and drinking. The Hatchie River also supports a variety of agricultural uses, including cotton and soybean farming. Despite its importance to the local economy and ecosystem, the Hatchie River is threatened by pollution and habitat destruction caused by human activities.
Fishing near the Hatchie River
About the Hatchie River
How is the Hatchie River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Hatchie River is flowing at 382 cfs at Rialto, TN, about 66% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 19 to 382 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Hatchie River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Hatchie River is at 66% 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 Hatchie River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Bolivar (18.0 ft), Rialto (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.