Summary
Total streamflow across the
Pawnee River
was last observed at
586
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,162
acre-ft of water today; about 100%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
586 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-09-25 when daily discharge volume was observed at
802 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Pawnee R At Rozel
reporting a streamflow rate of 3.09 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Pawnee River, with a gauge stage of
8.23 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Pawnee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,129 ft, the
Pawnee R Nr Burdett.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-09-26 |
| Discharge Volume | 1,162 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
586.03 cfs
-215.69 cfs (-26.9%) |
| Percent of Normal | 100.0% |
| Maximum |
801.72 cfs
2025-09-25 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Pawnee R Nr Burdett
USGS 07140850 |
0 cfs | 2.29 ft | None | |||||
|
Pawnee R At Rozel
USGS 07141200 |
3 cfs | 8.23 ft | -13.93 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
It stretches for approximately 180 miles, with its source in Hodgeman County and mouth at Larned. The river was historically significant to the Pawnee Native American tribe, who lived along its banks. The river is fed by various creeks and springs, but its flow is largely dependent on precipitation. Several reservoirs and dams have been constructed on the river to control its flow and provide irrigation water for agriculture. These include the Rattlesnake Creek Reservoir and HorseThief Reservoir. The river also supports recreational activities, such as fishing and boating, and provides habitat for various wildlife species.