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Spring River Flow Today

As of November 11, 2026 at 1:45 AM, the Spring River is flowing at 349 cfs at Imboden, AR — 62% of normal for the date and up 3% in 24 hours. 6 of 6 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 39 to 349 cfs. ❤ Favorite

USGS gauges
6 6 reporting · upstream → down
Spring River At Larussell: 46% of normalSpring River At Carthage: 37% of normalSpring River Near Waco: 34% of normalSpring River Near Quapaw: 42% of normalSpring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy: 68% of normalSpring River At Imboden: 62% of normal
Typical gauge
44% of normal for the date
0%normal200%
Biggest flow now
349cfs Imboden
Updated
Nov 11, 1:45 AM
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River briefing · Nov 11, 2026

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 Imboden, the Spring River is running 349 cfs — 62% of normal, up 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 6 of 6 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 44% of normal).

Highest against normal: Hardy at 68%. Lowest: Waco at 34%.

Headwaters to mouth

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

  1. Larussell1,020 ft 45 cfs46%
  2. Carthage924 ft 39 cfs37%
  3. Waco837 ft 49 cfs34%
  4. Quapaw750 ft 201 cfs42%
  5. Hardy357 ft 322 cfs68%
  6. Imboden259 ft 349 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 (44%).

Typical gauge 44%
0%50%100% · normal150%200%+
Much below normal4Below normal2Near normal0Above normal0Much above normal0

Spring River flow report

6 gauges
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
Spring River At Larussell MO
Nov 11, 1:30 AM · USGS 07185700
45 cfs 46% 0% 1.00 ft · 1,020 ft
Spring River At Carthage MO
Nov 11, 1:45 AM · USGS 07185765
39 cfs 37% 0% 2.47 ft 7.5 ft below 924 ft
Spring River Near Waco MO
Nov 11, 1:30 AM · USGS 07186000
49 cfs 34% 0% 0.98 ft 18.0 ft below 837 ft
Spring River Near Quapaw OK
Nov 11, 1:00 AM · USGS 07188000
201 cfs 42% 0% 4.90 ft 15.1 ft below 750 ft
Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy AR
Nov 11, 2:00 AM · USGS 07069305
322 cfs 68% -2% 2.85 ft 7.2 ft below 357 ft
Spring River At Imboden AR
Nov 11, 1:45 AM · USGS 07069500
349 cfs 62% +3% 2.80 ft 15.2 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.

History

Spring River streamflow over time

Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.

Maximum streamflow by year

About this river

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.

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FAQ

About the Spring River

How is the Spring River flowing right now?

As of November 11, 2026, the Spring River is flowing at 349 cfs at Imboden, AR, about 62% of normal for the date. Across its 6 USGS gauges, current flows range from 39 to 349 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 44% 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.

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