Little Washita River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Little Washita River is flowing at 4.8 cfs near Cement, OK — 113% of normal for the date. 3 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 0.2 to 4.8 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Little Washita River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Cement, the Little Washita River is running 4.8 cfs — 113% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 29% of normal).
Highest against normal: Cement at 113%. Lowest: Cyril at 14%.
How the Little Washita River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Cyril1,292 ft 0.2 cfs14%
- Cement1,218 ft 4.8 cfs113%
- Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah1,059 ft 4.5 cfs29%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Little Washita River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (29%).
Little Washita River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Little Washita River Above Scs Pond No 26 Near Cyril OK
Last reported Sep 13 · USGS 073274406 |
0.1 cfs | · | · | 3.80 ft | · | 1,352 ft |
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Little Washita River Near Cyril OK
Oct 9, 2:00 AM · USGS 07327442 |
0.2 cfs | 14% | -12% | 10.05 ft | · | 1,292 ft |
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Little Washita River Near Cement OK
Oct 9, 2:45 AM · USGS 07327447 |
4.8 cfs | 113% | 0% | 2.86 ft | · | 1,218 ft |
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Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah OK
Oct 9, 2:00 AM · USGS 07327550 |
4.5 cfs | 29% | -8% | 6.16 ft | 13.8 ft below | 1,059 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Little Washita River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Little Washita River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Little Washita River
The Little Washita River is a tributary of the Washita River in Oklahoma, USA. It begins in the Wichita Mountains and flows for 57 miles before it joins the Washita River near Chickasha. The river's name comes from the Washita word for "river of little rocks." The Little Washita River has been an important source of water for agriculture and recreational activities. The river's watershed includes several reservoirs, including the Lake Ellsworth and Lake Lawtonka, which were formed by dams built in the early 20th century. The reservoirs provide water for irrigation and serve as recreation areas for fishing, boating, and camping. The Little Washita River has a rich history as an important source of water for the region and continues to play a vital role in the area's economy and culture.
Fishing near the Little Washita River
About the Little Washita River
How is the Little Washita River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the Little Washita River is flowing at 4.8 cfs near Cement, OK, about 113% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 0.2 to 4.8 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Little Washita River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Little Washita River is at 29% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Little Washita River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah (20.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.