Total streamflow across the
Neosho River
was last observed at
2,807
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
5,567
acre-ft of water today; about 27%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
10,271 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-05-24 when daily discharge volume was observed at
422,420 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Neosho River Near Commerce
reporting a streamflow rate of 790 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Neosho River Near Langley
with a gauge stage of 12.94 ft.
This river is monitored from 8 different streamgauging stations along the Neosho River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,223 ft, the
Neosho R At Council Grove.
The Neosho River is a 463-mile-long river that flows through Kansas and Oklahoma. The river has a rich history dating back to the 1800s when it was used for transportation and trade. Today, the river is used for agriculture and recreation. The Neosho River watershed includes several reservoirs and dams, including the John Redmond Reservoir, the Council Grove Lake, and the Fall River Lake. These reservoirs provide water for irrigation and drinking purposes and also offer recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The hydrology of the river is subject to flooding, particularly in Oklahoma where the river has caused severe damage in the past. Despite this, the Neosho River and its associated reservoirs continue to be an important resource for the region.
Last Updated | 2025-02-17 |
Discharge Volume | 5,567 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
2,806.6 cfs
-60.0 cfs (-2.09%) |
Percent of Normal | 27.33% |
Maximum |
422,420.0 cfs
2019-05-24 |
Seasonal Avg | 10,271 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Neosho R At Council Grove
USGS 07179500 |
7 cfs | 7.98 ft | 0 | |||||
Neosho R Nr Americus
USGS 07179730 |
82 cfs | 3.41 ft | 0 | |||||
Neosho R At Burlington
USGS 07182510 |
474 cfs | 6.87 ft | 1.94 | |||||
Neosho R Nr Iola
USGS 07183000 |
453 cfs | 7.28 ft | -2.58 | |||||
Neosho R Nr Parsons
USGS 07183500 |
580 cfs | 7.84 ft | -9.66 | |||||
Neosho River Near Commerce
USGS 07185000 |
790 cfs | 3.06 ft | -24.76 | |||||
Neosho River Near Langley
USGS 07190500 |
287 cfs | 12.94 ft | -0.69 | |||||
Neosho River Near Chouteau
USGS 07191500 |
133 cfs | 4.88 ft | -14.19 |
The Neosho River is a tributary of the Arkansas River in eastern Kansas and northeastern Oklahoma in the United States. Its tributaries also drain portions of Missouri and Arkansas. The river is about 463 miles (745 km) long. Via the Arkansas, it is part of the Mississippi River watershed. Its name is an Osage word meaning "clear water."