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Obion River Water Level

Live gauge height for Obion River, measured at USGS station OBION RIVER AT HWY 51 NEAR OBION, TN (9.6 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
19.34 ft
Updated 1 hr ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.70 ft
30-day avg: 20.04 ft
Streamflow
657 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 19.3223.84 ft2026-09-01

Obion River is currently 0.7 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 Obion River (2)

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Obion River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Obion River today?

The USGS gauge for Obion River (OBION RIVER AT HWY 51 NEAR OBION, TN) currently reads a gauge height of 19.34 feet, 0.7 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Obion River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Obion River is 0.7 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Obion River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Obion River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 07026040. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.