CURRENT RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
December 25, 2024
36.49, -90.78


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

Total streamflow across the Current River was last observed at 6,216 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 12,329 acre-ft of water today; about 109% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 5,684 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-12-30 when daily discharge volume was observed at 119,390 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Current River At Doniphan reporting a streamflow rate of 3,370 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Current River At Van Buren with a gauge stage of 4.18 ft. This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Current River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 780 ft, the Current River Above Akers.

The Current River is a scenic waterway located in the Ozarks of southern Missouri. The river stretches 184 miles from the Ozark National Forest to the Arkansas border, making it the seventh largest river in Missouri. The river's hydrology is unique due to its numerous springs, which provide a constant flow of clean water throughout the year. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including Clearwater Lake and Wappapello Dam. These structures are used for flood control and provide recreation opportunities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The river is also an important source of water for agriculture, providing irrigation for crops such as rice and cotton. The Current River has a rich history, including being used by Native Americans for transportation and trade, and later by European settlers for logging and transportation. Today, the river is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and tourists seeking natural beauty and adventure.

Last Updated 2024-12-25
Discharge Volume 12,329 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 6,216.0 cfs
-138.0 cfs (-2.17%)
Percent of Normal 109.35%
Maximum 119,390.0 cfs
2015-12-30
Seasonal Avg 5,684 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Current River Above Akers
USGS 07064533
486 cfs 1.62 ft -3.57
Current River At Van Buren
USGS 07067000
2360 cfs 4.18 ft 0
Current River At Doniphan
USGS 07068000
3370 cfs 1.41 ft -3.44
History of the River

The Current River is a river in the City of Thunder Bay and Unorganized Thunder Bay District in Thunder Bay District, Northwestern Ontario, Canada. The river is in the Great Lakes Basin and is a tributary of Lake Superior. The river's name comes from the French "Rivière aux courants", referring to the river's currents.

       

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