+21.4 cfs (+0.57%) since yesterday
125.08% of Normal
•
12 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Cimarron River
was last observed at
3,776
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
7,490
acre-ft of water today; about 125%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,019 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-05-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at
217,928 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Cimarron River Near Ripley
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,390 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Cimarron River Near Dover
with a gauge stage of 10.18 ft.
This river is monitored from 12 different streamgauging stations along the Cimarron River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 8,643 ft, the
Cimarron River Near Cimarron.
Last Updated
2024-05-17
Streamflow
3,776.2 cfs
Percent of Normal
125.08%
Maximum
217,928.0 cfs
2019-05-22
About the cimarron river
The Cimarron River is a 698-mile long river that flows from the northeastern corner of New Mexico through Oklahoma and into Kansas. The river has a rich history, having served as an important trade route for Native American tribes and early American settlers. Today, the river is used for irrigation, with several reservoirs and dams along its course, including the Ute Reservoir and the Conchas Dam. These reservoirs provide water for agricultural purposes and also offer recreational activities such as boating and fishing. Despite its importance to the region, the Cimarron River has experienced periods of drought and pollution, leading to concerns about its long-term sustainability.