TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Caddo River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Caddo River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Caddo River is a 82-mile-long river that flows through Arkansas and Oklahoma. The river has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation in the area dating back over 8,000 years. Today, the river is known for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities. It is popular for fishing, floating, and camping, and there are several parks and campgrounds located along the river. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, with crops such as soybeans, rice, and cotton grown in the surrounding area. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including Lake Ouachita, DeGray Lake, and Narrows Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and flood control for the region. The Caddo River is an important natural resource for the area, providing both economic and recreational benefits to local communities.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Caddo River Near Caddo Gap
USGS 07359610 |
127 cfs | 5.41 ft | -5.22 |
History of the River
The Caddo Nation is a confederacy of several Southeastern Native American tribes. Their ancestors historically inhabited much of what is now East Texas, Louisiana, and portions of southern Arkansas and Oklahoma. They were descendants of the Caddoan Mississippian culture that constructed huge earthwork mounds at several sites in this territory. In the early 19th century, Caddo people were forced to a reservation in Texas; they were removed to Indian Territory in 1859.
Today, the Caddo Nation of Oklahoma is a federally recognized tribe with its capital at Binger, Oklahoma. Descendants of the historic Caddo tribes, with documentation of at least 1⁄16 ancestry, are eligible to enroll as members in the Caddo Nation. The several Caddo languages have converged into a single language.