-255.0 cfs (-9.28%) since yesterday
208.87% of Normal
•
4 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Harpeth River
was last observed at
2,493
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,945
acre-ft of water today; about 209%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,194 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-03-29 when daily discharge volume was observed at
86,300 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Harpeth River Near Kingston Springs
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,130 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Harpeth River At Franklin
with a gauge stage of 5.11 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Harpeth River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 612 ft, the
Harpeth River At Franklin.
Last Updated
2024-05-18
Streamflow
2,493.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
208.87%
Maximum
86,300.0 cfs
2021-03-29
About the 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.