Kiamichi River river
Total streamflow across the Kiamichi River was last observed at 4,925 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 9,769 acre-ft of water today; about 67% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 7,317 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-12-28 when daily discharge volume was observed at 79,400 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Kiamichi River Near Antlers reporting a streamflow rate of 2,800 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Kiamichi River, with a gauge stage of 8.27 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Kiamichi River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 901 ft, the Kiamichi River Near Big Cedar.
River streamflow levels
Daily aggregate streamflow across every monitored gauge along the Kiamichi River. Use the range buttons to zoom in on a specific period.
Total streamflow
Sum of all monitored streamgauges · daily
Every streamgauge along the Kiamichi River
All 3 USGS gauges Snoflo tracks for this river, with current flow, stage, recent change, percent of normal, and the gauge's all-time min / max. Click any header to sort. Cells are heatmapped relative to the column min/max -- darker blue = higher.
| Streamgauge▾ | Streamflow (cfs)▾ | Gauge stage (ft)▾ | 24h Δ (%)▾ | % Normal▾ | Min (cfs)▾ | Max (cfs)▾ | Elevation (ft)▾ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kiamichi River Near Big Cedar
OK
USGS 07335700
|
135 | 4.30 | -51.3 | 379% | 0 | 10,900 | 901 |
|
Kiamichi River Near Clayton
OK
USGS 07335790
|
1,990 | 6.67 | 22.0 | 124% | 0 | 32,300 | 544 |
|
Kiamichi River Near Antlers
OK
USGS 07336200
|
2,800 | 8.27 | -8.7 | 146% | 0 | 52,100 | 452 |
Maximum streamflow discharge by year
The single highest aggregate discharge recorded each year. Spotting the multi-year trend reveals droughts vs. wet cycles long before the headline daily flow does.
Annual peak discharge
From the river's full record · one point per water year
Streamflow elevation profile
Each bubble is one gauge along the river, plotted by current streamflow (x-axis) vs elevation (y-axis), sized by gauge stage. Reading top-to-bottom traces the river from headwaters down to its mouth -- you can see flow accumulate as elevation drops.
Elevation vs streamflow
One point per monitored gauge · bubble size = gauge stage
Kiamichi River
The Kiamichi River is a tributary of the Red River, located in southeastern Oklahoma. It flows for approximately 165 miles, beginning in the Ouachita Mountains and traveling through forested areas, farmland, and small towns before reaching its confluence with the Red River. The river is known for its clear water and diverse fish population, making it a popular destination for fishing and kayaking enthusiasts. The river also serves as a source of irrigation for agricultural purposes, supporting local farms and ranches. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Robert S. Kerr Reservoir, which provides hydroelectric power to the surrounding area. The Kiamichi River has a rich history, having been used by Native Americans, explorers, and settlers for centuries. Today, it remains an important resource for the local community, supporting economic, recreational, and environmental activities.
Recreation along the Kiamichi River
Fishing access and paddle runs Snoflo tracks within the watershed.
Track the Kiamichi River in the Snoflo app
Set per-gauge push alerts (e.g. "alert me when flow at the Russian R Nr Healdsburg crosses 5,000 cfs"), and Snoflo's iOS app pushes the moment USGS reports the crossing.
About the Kiamichi River
Where does the data for the Kiamichi River come from?
Streamflow and gauge stage data are sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National Water Information System. The aggregate flow shown at the top of the page is computed by Snoflo as the sum of all monitored gauges along the river.
How is "percent of normal" calculated?
Today's aggregate streamflow is compared to the historical average aggregate streamflow on this calendar day across the river's full record. 100% means right on average; values above 100% indicate above-normal flow (wet year); values below indicate below-normal (dry year or drought).
Why are some gauges showing very different flows?
Gauges along a river measure flow at different points: headwater gauges read what's coming off the snowpack or mountain runoff; downstream gauges integrate everything upstream, including tributary inputs. Wide spreads usually mean a tributary is contributing significantly between gauges.
What's the elevation profile chart showing?
Each bubble is one gauge along the river, plotted by streamflow (x-axis) and elevation (y-axis), sized by gauge stage. Reading top-down traces the river from headwaters to mouth -- you can see flow build as elevation drops.
Can I get alerts when a specific gauge crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app on a per-gauge basis. Open any individual streamgauge from the table above and favorite it to set a discharge threshold.