North Canadian River River Levels

Total streamflow across the North Canadian River was last observed at 1,090 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 2,161 acre-ft of water today; about 73% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,494 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 180 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the North Canadian River At Shawnee with a gauge stage of 9.35 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 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.