2026-03-05T18:00:00-07:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
Maumelle River
was last observed at
881
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,747
acre-ft of water today; about 100%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
881 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-05-12 when daily discharge volume was observed at
2,623 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Maumelle River At Williams Junction
reporting a streamflow rate of 2.53 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Maumelle River At Maumelle Dam At Natural Steps
with a gauge stage of 82.71 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Maumelle River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 391 ft, the
Maumelle River At Williams Junction.
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Details
| Last Updated | 2024-04-11 |
| Discharge Volume | 1,747 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
881.0 cfs
None cfs (None%) |
| Percent of Normal | 100.0% |
| Maximum |
2,623.0 cfs
2023-05-12 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Maumelle River At Williams Junction
USGS 07263295 |
3 cfs | 1.24 ft | -15.38 | |||||
|
Maumelle River At Maumelle Dam At Natural Steps
USGS 07263300 |
0 cfs | 82.71 ft | None |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
Historically, the river was used by Native American tribes for transportation and hunting. Today, the river is used for agricultural irrigation, recreation, and as a water source for the city of Little Rock. The river is fed by several small streams and tributaries and is dammed in several places, including the Lake Maumelle and Lake Winona reservoirs. These reservoirs provide drinking water and recreational opportunities for nearby communities. The river is also home to a variety of fish species, including catfish, bass, and crappie, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.