Summary
Total streamflow across the
Sulphur River
was last observed at
13
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
27
acre-ft of water today; about 31%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
43 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-04-09 when daily discharge volume was observed at
36,400 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Sulphur Rv Nr Texarkana
reporting a streamflow rate of 576 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Sulphur River, with a gauge stage of
7.56 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Sulphur River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 290 ft, the
Sulphur Rv Nr Talco.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-17 |
| Discharge Volume | 27 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
13.43 cfs
-1.4 cfs (-9.44%) |
| Percent of Normal | 31.37% |
| Maximum |
36,400.0 cfs
2025-04-09 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sulphur Rv Nr Talco
USGS 07343200 |
6 cfs | 1.37 ft | -7.68 | |||||
|
Sulphur Rv At Ih 30 Nr Dalby Springs
USGS 07343450 |
7 cfs | 4.55 ft | -11.03 | |||||
|
Sulphur Rv Nr Texarkana
USGS 07344210 |
576 cfs | 7.56 ft | -18.3 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river was named after the sulfur-bearing springs found in the area. The Sulphur River's course is characterized by wide bends, oxbows, and numerous sloughs. The river's hydrology is regulated by several dams and reservoirs, including Wright Patman Lake and Lake O' the Pines. These reservoirs provide water for recreational activities such as fishing and boating, as well as irrigation for agriculture. The Sulphur River has a rich history, as it was an important transportation route for Native American tribes, early settlers, and steamboat traffic during the 19th century. Today, the river is home to diverse wildlife, including the endangered Texas horned lizard and the bald eagle.