Streamflow discharge was last observed at 259 cfs, and a gauge height of 7.28 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 308 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
It is fed by numerous small tributaries and has several dams along its length. The flow providers/constituents of the river include rainfall, snowmelt, and groundwater. The hydrology of the river is affected by seasonal trends, with higher flows in the spring and lower flows in the summer and fall. Interestingly, the river has a reputation for being unpredictable and has been known to flood unexpectedly. This has led to the development of floodplain management strategies to mitigate potential damage to property and infrastructure. Overall, the Washita River is an important resource for the region and an interesting case study in hydrology.
| Elevation | 665.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 7.28 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 259.0 ft3/s |
| Specific conductance, water, unfiltered, microsiemens per centimeter at 25°C | 1010.0 uS/cm @25C |
| Temperature, water, degC | 22.8 deg C |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Percent of Normal | 21% |
| Year Over Year Average | 1,250 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 142,000 cfs |