-626.5 cfs (-60.94%) since yesterday
46.76% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Marmaton River
was last observed at
402
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
796
acre-ft of water today; about 47%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
859 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-05-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at
39,650 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Marmaton River Near Nevada
reporting a streamflow rate of 333 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Marmaton R Nr Fort Scott
with a gauge stage of 8.34 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Marmaton River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 881 ft, the
Marmaton R Nr Uniontown.
Last Updated
2023-09-27
Streamflow
401.5 cfs
Percent of Normal
46.76%
Maximum
39,650.0 cfs
2019-05-22
About the marmaton river
The Marmaton River is a tributary of the Little Osage River and spans approximately 102 miles in length, flowing through southeastern Kansas and southwestern Missouri. The river originates in western Missouri and flows through Bourbon and Crawford counties in Kansas before joining the Little Osage River near Fort Scott, Kansas. The river has a rich history, being named after a Native American tribe that inhabited the area. The river is utilized for agricultural purposes, and several dams and reservoirs have been constructed on the river, including the Marmaton Reservoir, which provides irrigation for local farmers. The river also provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and camping for visitors. The hydrology of the river is characterized by seasonal fluctuations in flow due to precipitation patterns in the region.