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Missippi River Water Level

Live gauge height for Missippi River, measured at USGS station REELFOOT LAKE NR TIPTONVILLE, TN (5.5 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
11.75 ft
Updated 41 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.24 ft
30-day avg: 11.99 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 11.7912.15 ft2026-09-01

Missippi River is currently 0.2 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Missippi River (3)

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Missippi River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Missippi River today?

The USGS gauge for Missippi River (REELFOOT LAKE NR TIPTONVILLE, TN) currently reads a gauge height of 11.75 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Missippi River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Missippi River is 0.2 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Missippi River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 3 boat ramps on Missippi River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 07027000. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.