North Canadian River River Levels

Total streamflow across the North Canadian River was last observed at 708 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,403 acre-ft of water today; about 25% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 2,866 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 At Shawnee reporting a streamflow rate of 190 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the North Canadian River, with a gauge stage of 9.4 ft at this location. 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.