NORTH CANADIAN RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
February 7, 2025
36.59, -99.50


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

Total streamflow across the North Canadian River was last observed at 661 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,311 acre-ft of water today; about 38% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,757 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2019-05-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at 83,189 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the North Canadian River Near Wetumka reporting a streamflow rate of 260 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the North Canadian River At Shawnee with a gauge stage of 9.31 ft. This river is monitored from 11 different streamgauging stations along the North Canadian River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,851 ft, the North Canadian River At Woodward.

The North Canadian River is a river in the central United States that flows through Oklahoma. The river is approximately 470 miles long and has a drainage area of over 17,000 square miles. The river was historically used by Native American tribes for transportation and trade. In the early 20th century, several reservoirs and dams were built along the river, including Lake Overholser and Lake Hefner in Oklahoma City. These reservoirs provide drinking water and recreational opportunities for residents of the area. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, with irrigation systems drawing water from the river to irrigate crops. Overall, the North Canadian River is an important resource for the region, providing water for drinking, irrigation, and recreation.

Last Updated 2025-02-06
Discharge Volume 1,311 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 660.9 cfs
-7.8 cfs (-1.17%)
Percent of Normal 37.61%
Maximum 83,189.0 cfs
2019-05-23
Seasonal Avg 1,757 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
North Canadian River At Woodward
USGS 07237500
82 cfs 3.66 ft 1.86
North Canadian River Near Seiling
USGS 07238000
109 cfs 5.23 ft 0
North Canadian River Blw Weavers Ck Nr Watonga
USGS 07239300
31 cfs 7.58 ft 1.97
North Canadian River Near Calumet
USGS 07239450
33 cfs 3.76 ft -1.76
North Canadian River Near El Reno
USGS 07239500
49 cfs 3.1 ft 0
North Canadian River Near Yukon
USGS 07239700
56 cfs 1.23 ft -1.94
North Canadian River Blw Lk Overholser Nr Okc
USGS 07241000
7 cfs 3.8 ft 0
North Canadian River At Britton Rd At Okc
USGS 07241520
42 cfs 4.91 ft 8.05
North Canadian River Near Harrah
USGS 07241550
113 cfs 2.77 ft 11.88
North Canadian River At Shawnee
USGS 07241800
97 cfs 9.31 ft -9.63
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
USGS 07242000
260 cfs 5.86 ft -4.06
History of the River

The North Canadian River is a tributary of the Canadian River, approximately 441 miles (710 km) long, that flows through New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma in the United States.
A seven-mile portion of the river flowing through Oklahoma City was renamed the Oklahoma River in 2004.

       

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