OUACHITA RIVER

December 3, 2024

TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)

Total streamflow across the Ouachita River was last observed at 1,525 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 3,025 acre-ft of water today; about 36% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 4,205 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 Camden reporting a streamflow rate of 1,010 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Ouachita River, with a gauge stage of 6.07 ft at this location. 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 2024-12-03
Discharge Volume 3,025 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 1,525.0 cfs
-344.0 cfs (-18.41%)
Percent of Normal 36.27%
Maximum 141,300.0 cfs
2018-03-01
Seasonal Avg 4,205 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Ouachita River Near Mount Ida
USGS 07356000
203 cfs 2.9 ft -6.45
Ouachita River At Remmel Dam Above Jones Mill
USGS 07359002
312 cfs 2.73 ft 3.31
Ouachita River At Camden
USGS 07362000
1010 cfs 6.07 ft -25.19
History of the River

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).

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