Spring River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Spring River is flowing at 322 cfs at Hardy, AR — 72% of normal for the date and up 11% in 24 hours. 6 of 6 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 50 to 322 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Spring 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 Hardy, the Spring River is running 322 cfs — 72% of normal, up 11% since yesterday. Along the river, 6 of 6 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 67% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Quapaw (+13%) and Hardy (+11%).
How the Spring 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
- Larussell1,020 ft 50 cfs77%
- Carthage924 ft 55 cfs62%
- Waco837 ft 79 cfs73%
- Quapaw750 ft 255 cfs55%
- Hardy357 ft 322 cfs72%
- Imboden259 ft 285 cfs62%
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 Spring River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (67%).
Spring River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Spring River At Larussell MO
Oct 2, 2:30 AM · USGS 07185700 |
50 cfs | 77% | +5% | 1.04 ft | · | 1,020 ft |
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Spring River At Carthage MO
Oct 2, 2:45 AM · USGS 07185765 |
55 cfs | 62% | +3% | 2.58 ft | 7.4 ft below | 924 ft |
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Spring River Near Waco MO
Oct 2, 2:30 AM · USGS 07186000 |
79 cfs | 73% | +5% | 0.95 ft | 18.1 ft below | 837 ft |
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Spring River Near Quapaw OK
Oct 2, 2:00 AM · USGS 07188000 |
255 cfs | 55% | +13% | 5.13 ft | 14.9 ft below | 750 ft |
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Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy AR
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 07069305 |
322 cfs | 72% | +11% | 2.85 ft | 7.2 ft below | 357 ft |
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Spring River At Imboden AR
Oct 2, 2:45 AM · USGS 07069500 |
285 cfs | 62% | 0% | 2.58 ft | 15.4 ft below | 259 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.
Spring River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Spring River
The Spring River is a popular river in the southern United States that runs through Missouri and Arkansas. It is approximately 57 miles long and has a rich history dating back to the Native American era. The river is fed by numerous springs, including the famous Mammoth Spring, and is known for its clear water and scenic beauty. The river has several reservoirs and dams, including the Hardy Dam and the Dam Three reservoir. These help to regulate the water flow and provide recreational opportunities for fishing and boating. The Spring River is also used for agricultural purposes, with many farms located along its banks. The river attracts thousands of tourists every year for activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and camping, making it an important source of economic activity for the region.
Fishing near the Spring River
About the Spring River
How is the Spring River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Spring River is flowing at 322 cfs at Hardy, AR, about 72% of normal for the date. Across its 6 USGS gauges, current flows range from 50 to 322 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Spring River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Spring River is at 67% 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 Spring River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Carthage (10.0 ft), Waco (19.0 ft), Quapaw (20.0 ft), Hardy (10.0 ft), Imboden (18.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
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.