Caney River Levels

June 9 2023

139 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today

-1.0 cfs (-1.4%) since yesterday
1.52% of normal • Very Low

Total streamflow across the Caney River was last observed at 70 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 139 acre-ft of water today; about 2% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 4613 cfs, with recent peaks last observed at 67,240 cfs on 2019-05-23.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Caney River Near Ramona reporting a streamflow rate of 30.6 cfs. However, the deepest point on the river is located at the Caney River Above Coon Creek At Bartlesville with a gage stage of 3.06 ft. This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Caney River, the highest being perched at an elevation of 773 ft, the Caney R Nr Elgin.

River Summary: The Caney River is a 180-mile long river in northeastern Oklahoma. It was named by the Osage Nation after the caney grass that grows along its banks. The river originates in the Flint Hills of Kansas and flows through Bartlesville, Skiatook, and Tulsa before joining the Verdigris River. The Caney River is a tributary of the Arkansas River and provides water to several reservoirs, including Kaw Lake, Sooner Lake, and Oologah Lake. These reservoirs are used for flood control, drinking water supply, and recreation. The river and its tributaries also support agriculture, with crops such as soybeans, wheat, and corn grown on its floodplain. The Caney River has a rich history, with Native American tribes and early settlers using the river for transportation and trade. Today, it remains an important resource for the region's economy and recreation.

Last Updated	2023-06-09
Streamflow	70.2 cfs
Percent Normal	1.52%
Maximum	67,240.0 cfs 2019-05-23