Is the Arkansas River flooding?
The Arkansas River is tracked by 7 USGS streamgauges in Arkansas. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Arkansas River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Arkansas River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Arkansas river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas River at Dardanelle, AR | No flooding | 7.42 ft | 32 ft | |
| Arkansas River near Morrilton, AR | No flooding | 10.17 ft | 30 ft | |
| Arkansas River at Little Rock, AR | No flooding | 7.43 ft | 23 ft | |
| Arkansas River at Pine Bluff, AR | No flooding | 31.36 ft | 42 ft | |
| Arkansas River at Pendleton, AR | No flooding | 27.10 ft | 31 ft | |
| Arkansas River at Ft. Smith, Ar. | No flood stage defined | 11.93 ft | — | |
| Arkansas River at Murray Dam near Little Rock, AR | No flood stage defined | 231.00 ft | — |
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.