2026-01-26T12:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills of 5 below to colder than 15 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, north central, southeast, southwest, and western Arkansas. * WHEN...From midnight Friday Night to noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 5 to colder than 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this stretch of the river is between 300-1000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating for the river ranges from II-III, with some sections reaching class IV depending on the water level.
The segment mileage for the run is approximately 7 miles, starting at Forest Road 132C and ending at Forest Road 179. Along the way, there are several notable rapids and obstacles, including "Little Niagara," "S-Turn," and "The Big Slide." These rapids offer exciting challenges for experienced paddlers, but can be dangerous for those without proper training and equipment.
There are several regulations in place for the Whitewater River Run, including a requirement for all paddlers to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) and helmets. Additionally, visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles and respect private property along the river.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-21 |
| River Levels | 0 cfs (1.0 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 1% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 07263295 |
Forest Road 132C To Forest Raod 179
Headwaters Sec 2, T2N, R18W To Forest Road 132C
Forest Road 179 To East Line Of Nw 1/4 Sec 22, T2N, R17W
East Line Of Nw 1/4, Sec 22, T2N, R17W To West Line Of Sec 26, T2N, R17W
Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2N, R17W
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