Total streamflow across the
Ouachita River
was last observed at
9,230
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
18,307
acre-ft of water today; about 53%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
17,514 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-03-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at
141,300 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Ouachita River At Remmel Dam Above Jones Mill
reporting a streamflow rate of 3,830 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Ouachita River At Camden
with a gauge stage of 8.29 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Ouachita River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 658 ft, the
Ouachita River Near Mount Ida.
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.
Last Updated | 2024-12-25 |
Discharge Volume | 18,307 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
9,230.0 cfs
+5748.0 cfs (+165.08%) |
Percent of Normal | 52.7% |
Maximum |
141,300.0 cfs
2018-03-01 |
Seasonal Avg | 17,514 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ouachita River Near Mount Ida
USGS 07356000 |
2450 cfs | 6.2 ft | 293.89 | |||||
Ouachita River At Remmel Dam Above Jones Mill
USGS 07359002 |
3830 cfs | 6.49 ft | 1155.74 | |||||
Ouachita River At Camden
USGS 07362000 |
2950 cfs | 8.29 ft | 3.15 |
The Ouachita River ( WAH-shi-tah) is a 605-mile-long (974 km) river that runs south and east through the U.S. states of Arkansas and Louisiana, joining the Tensas River to form the Black River near Jonesville, Louisiana. It is the 25th-longest river in the United States (by main stem).