Ouachita River Flow Today
As of October 5, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Ouachita River is flowing at 1,650 cfs at Camden, AR — 101% of normal for the date and down 4% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 18 to 1,650 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Ouachita River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Camden, the Ouachita River is running 1,650 cfs — 101% of normal, down 4% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 101% of normal).
Highest against normal: Remmel Dam Above Jones Mill at 103%. Lowest: Mount Ida at 38%.
Paddlers: 0 of 2 runs on the Ouachita River with a live range are in range, 2 too low.
How the Ouachita River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Mount Ida658 ft 18 cfs38%
- Remmel Dam Above Jones Mill247 ft 254 cfs103%
- Camden110 ft 1,650 cfs101%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Ouachita River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (101%).
Ouachita River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ouachita River Near Mount Ida AR
Oct 5, 2:30 AM · USGS 07356000 |
18 cfs | 38% | +5% | 2.15 ft | · | 658 ft |
|
Ouachita River At Remmel Dam Above Jones Mill AR
Oct 5, 2:45 AM · USGS 07359002 |
254 cfs | 103% | 0% | 2.63 ft | · | 247 ft |
|
Ouachita River At Camden AR
Oct 5, 2:45 AM · USGS 07362000 |
1,650 cfs | 101% | -4% | 6.47 ft | 19.5 ft below | 110 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Ouachita River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita Gauge: Mount Ida |
Too low | 18 cfs | 200–2,000 cfs | II–III |
| Nf Boundary At Pine Ridge, Ar To Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar Gauge: Mount Ida |
Too low | 18 cfs | 200–2,000 cfs | II–III |
| Headwaters In Sec 8, T1S, R31W To Nf Boundary At Acorn, Ar | No live range | · | 500–2,500 cfs | II–III |
Dams & reservoirs on the Ouachita River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Ouachita River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Ouachita River
The Ouachita River is a 605-mile-long river that runs through Arkansas and Louisiana. The river has a rich history, as it was a major transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers. The hydrology of the river is unique, as it flows through the Ouachita Mountains and the Gulf Coastal Plain, creating a diverse landscape. The river is home to several dams and reservoirs, including Lake Ouachita and Lake Hamilton, which provide hydroelectric power, flood control, and recreational opportunities. The Ouachita River is also used for irrigation and agriculture in the region. Recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and camping are popular along the river, and it is home to diverse wildlife, including eagles, alligators, and river otters.
Fishing near the Ouachita River
About the Ouachita River
How is the Ouachita River flowing right now?
As of October 5, 2026, the Ouachita River is flowing at 1,650 cfs at Camden, AR, about 101% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 18 to 1,650 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Ouachita River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Ouachita River is at 101% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Ouachita River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Camden (26.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Ouachita River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.