-4531.0 cfs (-4.04%) since yesterday
43.5% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
White River
was last observed at
107,573
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
213,368
acre-ft of water today; about 44%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
247,285 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-05-06 when daily discharge volume was observed at
1,203,194 cfs.
The White River is a 720-mile-long river in the United States, originating in the Boston Mountains of Arkansas and flowing through Missouri and into the Mississippi River. Historically, the river was important for transportation, serving as a major route for steamboats in the 19th century. Today, it is primarily used for recreational purposes, including fishing, boating, and camping. The river is also an important source of hydroelectric power, with several dams and reservoirs along its course, including the Bull Shoals Dam and Table Rock Lake. These reservoirs not only generate electricity but also provide flood control, navigation, and irrigation for agriculture. Despite its importance to the region, the White River faces challenges from pollution and environmental degradation.