-100.0 cfs (-9.29%) since yesterday
27.91% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Fourche Lafave River
was last observed at
977
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,938
acre-ft of water today; about 28%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,501 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-03-25 when daily discharge volume was observed at
28,700 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Fourche Lafave River Near Aplin
reporting a streamflow rate of 676 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Fourche Lafave River, with a gauge stage of
6.34 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Fourche Lafave River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 420 ft, the
Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly.
Last Updated
2024-04-19
Streamflow
977.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
27.91%
Maximum
28,700.0 cfs
2023-03-25
About the fourche lafave river
The Fourche Lafave River is a tributary of the Arkansas River in Arkansas, United States. It stretches for 147 miles and is named after the French words for fork and beans. The river's hydrology includes many tributaries that contribute to the overall flow of the river, which is utilized for irrigation systems in the agricultural industry. The Nimrod Dam and Reservoir are located on the river, which provides hydroelectric power, flood control, and recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The Fourche Lafave River has been heavily impacted by human activity, including industrial pollution and urban development, and efforts are being made to restore and protect its ecological health.