Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Arikaree River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Arikaree River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

The Arikaree River is a small tributary of the Republican River that flows through eastern Colorado and western Kansas. The river is approximately 156 miles long and has a drainage area of approximately 1,538 square miles. The river has a long history of being used for irrigation and agriculture, with several reservoirs and dams constructed along its course to provide water for irrigation. Some of the major reservoirs on the river include Bonny Reservoir, Tamarack Arroyo, and Upper Tamarack Arroyo. Additionally, the river supports recreational activities like fishing, camping, and boating, and is home to a variety of fish species including the rainbow trout, brown trout, and smallmouth bass. Despite its small size, the Arikaree River is an important resource for both agricultural and recreational purposes in the region.