Cimarron River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Cimarron River Levels

April 25 2024

1,835 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-87.2 cfs (-8.61%) since yesterday
24.33% of normal Very Low

Total streamflow across the Cimarron River was last observed at 925 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,835 acre-ft of water today; about 24% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,803 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2019-05-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at 217,928 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Cimarron River Near Ripley reporting a streamflow rate of 308 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Cimarron River Near Dover with a gauge stage of 9.3 ft. This river is monitored from 12 different streamgauging stations along the Cimarron River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 8,643 ft, the Cimarron River Near Cimarron.

Last Updated 2024-04-24
Streamflow 925.2 cfs
Percent of Normal 24.33%
Maximum 217,928.0 cfs
2019-05-22

About the cimarron river


The Cimarron River is a 698-mile long river that flows from the northeastern corner of New Mexico through Oklahoma and into Kansas. The river has a rich history, having served as an important trade route for Native American tribes and early American settlers. Today, the river is used for irrigation, with several reservoirs and dams along its course, including the Ute Reservoir and the Conchas Dam. These reservoirs provide water for agricultural purposes and also offer recreational activities such as boating and fishing. Despite its importance to the region, the Cimarron River has experienced periods of drought and pollution, leading to concerns about its long-term sustainability.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Cimarron River Near Cimarron
USGS 09126000
26 cfs 1.26 ft 10.55
Cimarron River Below Eagle Nest Dam
USGS 07206000
16 cfs 0.68 ft 3.14
Cimarron River Bl Squaw Creek
USGS 09127000
123 cfs 8.37 ft 0
Cimarron River Near Cimarron
USGS 07207000
39 cfs 1.48 ft 6.25
Cimarron River Near Kenton
USGS 07154500
0 cfs 4.75 ft None
Cimarron River Near Forgan
USGS 07156900
24 cfs 2.57 ft 1.7
Cimarron R Near Buttermilk
USGS 07157740
8 cfs 7.21 ft -10.06
Cimarron River Near Buffalo
USGS 07157950
23 cfs 3.34 ft -11.7
Cimarron River Near Waynoka
USGS 07158000
31 cfs 5.69 ft -4.63
Cimarron River Near Dover
USGS 07159100
125 cfs 9.3 ft 1.63
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
USGS 07160000
273 cfs 5.7 ft 3.02
Cimarron River Near Ripley
USGS 07161450
308 cfs 6.71 ft -19.37

Peak Annual Discharge

Cimarron River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Cimarron River Year Over Year Discharge


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